About the role#
Andrenam is seeking a Perception Engineer Intern to help our systems make sense of the ocean. This is a hands-on role focused on developing and testing algorithms that turn sonar and sensor data into actionable information. You will own a scoped project that supports our core perception pipeline and work alongside engineers to build and test technology for marine environments.
What you'll do#
- Develop, test, and improve perception algorithms using sonar and other sensor data.
- Own a scoped project that supports our core perception pipeline.
- Work with real data collected from our systems in the field.
- Evaluate algorithm performance against real-world data and help identify where it falls short.
- Support integration of perception software with the rest of our systems.
- Troubleshoot issues and work with the team to understand root causes and fixes.
- Work closely with our engineers, taking feedback and iterating quickly.
- Share progress clearly and ask questions early.
- Document your work, results, and decisions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in computer science, electrical engineering, robotics, or a related field.
- Programming experience in Python or C++.
- Coursework or project experience in computer vision, signal processing, or machine learning, with at least one project you can walk through in detail.
- Strong problem-solving instincts.
- Willingness to dig into unfamiliar problems.
- Clear communication skills.
- A track record of working well with others.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- Work is based on-site at our office in Torrance, California.
- This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws. You must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to be eligible without sponsorship.
About Andrenam
Andrenam operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company builds a maritime sensing network that uses artificial intelligence. This system provides autonomous awareness from the surface down to the seabed. It is a privately held firm based in Hawthorne, California, with 25 employees.
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