About the role#
This is a 12-week, full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work alongside engineers to design, develop, and test embedded software for unmanned aerial and robotic systems. The program provides hands-on experience in the aerospace and defense industry, covering the full development lifecycle from prototyping to field testing.
What you'll do#
- Write and test embedded software for systems including autopilots, sensors, and radios.
- Implement software in C/C++ for real-time and bare-metal systems.
- Integrate embedded software with hardware using lab tools like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
- Participate in peer reviews, software documentation, and configuration management.
- Contribute to lab and field testing of embedded systems.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Basic knowledge of embedded systems and microcontrollers.
- Familiarity with C, C++, or Python.
- Understanding of low-level software concepts such as memory management, interrupts, or device drivers.
- Ability to work on-site.
- This position requires access to information subject to ITAR/EAR regulations, requiring verification of U.S. person status.
Location & details#
This role is on-site and available in the following locations: Simi Valley, CA; Dayton, OH; Huntsville, AL; Pottstown, PA; Sunrise, FL; Moorpark, CA; San Luis Obispo, CA; Annapolis Junction, MD; Lawrence, KS; Albuquerque, NM; Centreville, VA; Minneapolis, MN; Arlington, VA; Petaluma, CA; Melbourne, FL; and San Diego, CA.
About AV
AV is a public company based in Arlington, Virginia, that specializes in defense and space manufacturing. The firm develops unmanned aircraft systems, ground robots, and software for autonomous platforms. It employs 3,034 people across multiple locations in the United States and Germany. The company focuses on integrated capabilities for modern defense missions.
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