ST Engineering iDirect ยท 2 days ago
Engineering Intern-Test Automation
US-VA-Herndon
Internship
Onsite
InternST Engineering iDirect is a leader in satellite communications, aiming to reshape global connectivity. They are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Intern to join their Engineering team, providing hands-on experience in designing and implementing automated test frameworks and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Python
Work closely with QA and Development teams to ensure robust and comprehensive test coverage
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, and AWS DevOps services
Contribute to testing strategies for microservices and Cloud-Native Functions (CNFs) deployed on Kubernetes
Assist in testing and validating satellite networking capabilities, including link performance, latency, routing, and protocol behavior in space-based communication systems
Participate in debugging, troubleshooting, and improving test stability, reliability, and performance
Clearly document test cases, test results, and automation processes
Qualification
Required
Basic programming knowledge in Python
Familiarity with test automation frameworks such as Pytest and/or Playwright
Understanding of CI/CD concepts and common tools
Basic awareness of containerization, Kubernetes, and cloud-native principles
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
Good communication skills and willingness to learn in a collaborative environment
Preferred
Interest in networking fundamentals and satellite communication systems
Company
ST Engineering iDirect
ST Engineering iDirect is a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their satcom networks.
Founded in 1994
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2005-08-30Acquired
Leadership Team
Don Claussen
Chief Executive Officer
Donna Wilson
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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