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Senior Test Engineer_ SkillBridge Program

Dahlgren, VA · On-site

$80 - $100K/hr

DoD SkillBridge Internship (Unpaid, Training Opportunity) Eligibility: Active-duty service members ... This program is designed to help you translate your military skills into a rewarding civilian ...

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ELDP I

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$64K - $110K/yr

The LDP is designed to accelerate the development and career of highly-motivated recent college ... Combat vehicle programs you could support include the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), Armored ...

BAE Systems

ELDP I

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$63K - $108K/yr

The LDP is designed to accelerate the development and career of highly-motivated recent college ... Combat vehicle programs you could support include the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), Armored ...

BAE Systems

ELDP I

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$63K - $108K/yr

The LDP is designed to accelerate the development and career of highly-motivated early career ... Combat vehicle programs you could support include the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), Armored ...

BAE Systems

Technical Intern 2

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$45K - $63K/yr

As an intern you will participate in our nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP, where you ... The Combat Vehicles line of business within the Platforms & Services (P&S) Sector of BAE Systems is ...

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship combat designer in the United States is $16.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Combat Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Combat Designer, you need a strong understanding of game design fundamentals, creativity, and analytical thinking, usually supported by coursework or personal projects in game design. Familiarity with game engines like Unreal or Unity, scripting languages, and prototyping tools is typically expected. Collaboration, openness to feedback, and clear communication are vital soft skills for integrating with development teams and iterating on ideas. These skills ensure you can effectively contribute to engaging and balanced combat systems that enhance the player experience.

What are the typical responsibilities and learning opportunities for an Internship Combat Designer in a game development studio?

As an Internship Combat Designer, your daily tasks often include collaborating with senior designers to create and balance gameplay mechanics, prototyping new combat systems, and playtesting levels to ensure engaging player experiences. You'll likely work closely with artists, animators, and programmers to implement your ideas and receive feedback from the team. This role offers a unique chance to learn industry-standard tools, gain insight into iterative design processes, and develop your portfolio with real-world projects, setting a strong foundation for a future career in game design.

What does an Internship Combat Designer do?

An Internship Combat Designer assists in creating and balancing combat systems for video games under the guidance of senior designers. Their responsibilities may include designing enemy behaviors, creating combat mechanics, implementing feedback from playtesting, and documenting design choices. Interns often collaborate with other departments like art and programming to ensure that combat experiences are fun, fair, and engaging. This role provides hands-on experience in game development and helps interns build a portfolio for future roles in the gaming industry.
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Senior Test Engineer_ SkillBridge Program

Senior Test Engineer_ SkillBridge Program

Amentum

Dahlgren, VA • On-site

$80 - $100K/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

SkillBridge Program Opportunity - Amentum
Location: Dahlgren, VA
Program Type: DoD SkillBridge Internship (Unpaid, Training Opportunity)
Eligibility: Active-duty service members within 90 to 180 days of separation, with command approval
About the Program
Amentum is proud to partner with the Department of War SkillBridge program to offer transitioning service members the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience through industry-specific training, mentorship, and hands-on projects. This program is designed to help you translate your military skills into a rewarding civilian career while still on active duty. Participants will work alongside experienced professionals, receive targeted training, and build a professional network to support post-service employment.
Who Should Apply
We welcome applicants from all branches and ranks who are:
  • Within 90 to 180 days of separation from active duty
  • Approved by their chain of command to participate in SkillBridge
  • Motivated to learn, adapt, and contribute in a civilian work environment
  • Interested in Test Engineering on naval systems [insert relevant industry or role focus, e.g., "operations management, IT, logistics, engineering"]

Program Highlights
  • Hands-On Experience: Work on real-world projects that align with your career goals
  • Mentorship: Receive guidance from industry professionals and veteran employees
  • Career Development: Gain exposure to civilian workplace culture, tools, and processes
  • Networking: Build connections that can lead to post-service employment opportunities

Job Summary:
Provide support to NSWC Dahlgren H20 for AN/SQQ-89 testing at integrator location (Lockheed Martin/Manassas VA) for domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) systems.
Essential Responsibilities:
Write and execute test cases that will exercise both the SQQ-89 system as well as its external interfaces including but not limited to AWS, VLS, TSP, and Radar
  • Document issues observed with SQQ-89 and its external interfaces with clear descriptions and steps to reproduce for later analysis
  • Review system documentation and requirements and provide technical input to the Systems Engineering team
  • Review issues from the Fleet Support team and re-create the issue in the lab for further investigation
  • Witness installing the SQQ-89 system ensuring the SVD is following and providing redlined changes as needed
  • Work with the system Integrator's automated test team to design automated test scripts
  • Travel approximately 10% of the time

Minimum Requirements:
  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline with seven (7) years of systems test experience with real-time weapons systems, combat systems, or fire control systems; or
    • US Naval operational experience in a combat systems rate at the E6 level or higher with four (4) years of systems test experience with real-time weapons systems, combat systems, or fire control systems; or
    • Ten (10) years of systems test experience with real-time weapons systems, combat systems, or fire control systems

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in testing and test analysis of systems or software for surface ship weapons control and C2 systems.
  • Performing test activities including developer/capability level testing, functional level testing (FQT/Verification and Validation), software/system integration testing, or AEGIS combat systems integration land-based testing.
  • Using simulators in a test environment

Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience with Agile tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Confluence)
  • Experience with ASW fire control system (e.g., AN/SQQ-89)

Compensation Details:
$80 to $100K
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
05/11/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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