Mission Systems Engineering Intern

About the Role

The Mission Systems Engineering Team develops and integrates the hardware and software that enable Hermeus aircraft to execute missions. As a Mission Systems Engineering Intern, you will work across avionics, software, communications, and system integration to help build, test, and troubleshoot mission capabilities. This role is ideal for someone with a strong mix of hands-on hardware experience and software development skills.

• Internship Duration: Spring (Around 16 weeks, January - April) or Summer (Around 12 weeks, May - August).

Key Responsibilities

• Support integration and testing of mission hardware, software, sensors, radios, processors, and avionics systems
• Develop and test software for command and control, telemetry, and subsystem interfaces
• Perform hardware/software bring-up, debugging, and troubleshooting in lab, HIL, ground-test, and aircraft environments
• Support system interfaces, networking, and communication protocols
• Collaborate with software, avionics, autonomy, communications, and flight-test teams
• Document test results, technical findings, and system configurations

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with both software development and hardware integration through internships, coursework, research, projects, or competition teams
• Familiarity with networking TCP/UDP, Ethernet
• Programming experience in C++, Python, or a similar language
• Experience working with embedded systems, electronics, avionics, sensors, networking, or other hardware-connected systems
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across hardware and software interfaces
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary technical teams
• GPA of 3.0 or above

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with communication protocols such as CAN, RS-422, or ARINC
• Experience with electrical schematics, wiring, electronics bring-up, or test equipment
• Exposure to HIL/SIL, robotics, UAVs, aerospace, defense, Formula SAE, rocketry, or similar hands-on projects

Intern Benefits

• Time Off: 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off
• Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms