Software Engineering Co-op

Behind every success is a team of dedicated experts driving us forward. Our corporate functions don’t just support — they lead, shaping the company’s path and preparing clients and employees for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference, with opportunities to grow, collaborate, and thrive.

Who We Are:  

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.  

• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.  

• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.  

What We Have to Offer:  

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance  

• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe  

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions  

• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!  

Summary   

The DNI Software Engineering Co-op will assist DNI Software Engineers with assigned tasks such as working on Requirements, Design, Coding, Unit Testing, and Integration of software for DNI systems.  They may also be assigned to assist in troubleshooting software Discrepancy Reports, as well as various other duties including, but not limited to process and tool improvements.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities   

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

• Applying computer science and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software. 

• Working closely with Engineers in the Group to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, as well as operational performance requirements and design of the overall system. 

• Supporting and participating in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and test of embedded software for real-time control of simulated and stimulated navigation and datalink equipment. 

• Developing software test procedures, software programs, software design documents and related documentation. 

• Ensuring software and quality company processes and standards are met. 

• Performing system-level integration and troubleshooting on the simulator and in laboratories. 

• Participating in peer reviews to identify, track and correct defects. 

• Utilizing a variety of software languages (i.e., C++, C and Ada) on Windows, Linux, and embedded real time operating systems, including VxWorks, Linux, QNX, Integrity, Windows CE, and others. 

• Providing weekly earned value, schedule, and technical status reports to assigned Engineers in the Group. 

Qualifications and Education Requirements   

•  Strong written and verbal communication skills.   

• Coding experience in C or C++ 

• Working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or related field 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 

• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.   

Preferred Skills   

• Simulation or stimulation experience with any DNI subsystems such as: Datalink (including Link-16), TAWS, TCAS, ETCAS, TACAN, VOR/ILS/MB Multi-Mode Receiver, Low Frequency ADF Receiver, Radar Altimeter, Embedded GPS/INS (EGI), and APX IFF Transponder. 

• Experience with Object Oriented programming and JIRA a plus. 

Security Responsibilities   

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.  Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.  All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.    

•  Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.   

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.   

Work Environment   

• Duties performed in an office environment and manufacturing facility. 

• Must be able to work overtime on and off-shifts as required. 

• The employee is on call 24x7 for the resolution of problems and issues. 

Physical Demands   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.    

• May be required to sit down for long lengths of time. 

• Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator. 

This position is located in Tampa, FL and is an in-plant position.   

Other Duties   

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.  

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.  If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected] 

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type                      

COOP-Student (Fixed Term)

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other  characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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