Mission Systems Engineering Intern
Hermeus
Los Angeles, CAFresher1h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year
- Must know
- TroubleshootingSpringNetworkingPythonC++Embedded systems
- Work
- On-site in Los Angeles · internship
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Troubleshooting40%Python30%Networking11%Spring7%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 8, 2026 · still open
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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.
- Internship duration: Spring: Around 16 weeks (January - April); 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
- 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
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 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