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Job Description:
Aerovel (the Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor program) is looking for a Software Engineering Intern to join our team based in Bingen, WA.
You will support the development and improvement of autonomous aerial systems by contributing to software-focused projects. Working closely with experienced engineers, you will be exposed to key concepts in UAV operation, software design, systems integration, and flight-critical technologies. Assigned project will be suited for completion within a period of 6 to 12 weeks.
Meet the Team:
The Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program offers one of the most advanced small tactical unmanned aerial systems (STUAS) with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). It can be used day or night by US and allied forces for a diverse range of intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR) on land and at sea.
Your Working Environment:
Nestled in the heart of the stunning Columbia River Gorge in Bingen, WA, our workplace offers innovation and the ability to contribute to game-changing solutions while enjoying the flexibility to spread your wings. Whether it's solving complex challenges, or celebrating victories, you’ll be part of a cohesive crew that thrives on innovation and the beauty that the Pacific Northwest has to offer!
Your Challenges:
Primary Responsibilities:
- While specific assignments may vary, typical responsibilities include:
- Participating in onboarding sessions covering:
- Basic UAV system architecture and mission workflows
- Roles and scope of the software engineering team
- Overview of assigned project goals and technical context
- Assisting in the planning and scheduling of the assigned project, including defining milestones and deliverables
- Developing and maintaining clear project documentation and progress reports
- Regularly presenting updates to your mentor or supervisor
- Delivering a final report and presentation summarizing your work, findings, and lessons learned to technical leadership
Example Project Areas:
- Depending on your background and project availability, tasks may include:
Software-Focused Projects:
- Assisting with UAV software module development in areas such as:
- Autopilot and control systems
- Ground control station tools
- Simulation and test automation
- Writing scripts or tools to assist in data analysis, system debugging, or process automation
- Supporting integration and testing activities (hardware-in-the-loop, software-in-the-loop)
- Contributing to software documentation and test planning
- Participating in code reviews and adhering to development standards
Systems or Electrical-Oriented Tasks (for mixed backgrounds):
- Supporting system-level testing and diagnostics
- Working on low-level firmware or embedded logic
- Assisting with the integration of avionics, sensors, or communication interfaces
Additional Responsibilities:
- Performing other duties as assigned by the engineering team
Your Boarding Pass:
Required:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Software, Electrical, Computer, Aeronautical, or Control system Engineering (or related field)
- Demonstrated interest in software, aviation systems, or robotics through coursework, personal projects, or previous internships
- Must be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)
- Proficiency in one of the following:
- Programming in C, C++, or Python
- Use of version control tools (e.g., Git)
- Data analysis and visualization (e.g., MATLAB, NumPy, pandas)
- Familiarity with development environments for embedded systems or simulation tools
- Scripting tools for automation or testing (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python)
- Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English
Preferred:
- Coursework in control systems, embedded software, or robotics
- Experience with UAV frameworks (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot)
- Exposure to ROS (Robot Operating System) or similar middleware
- UAV simulation and development environments (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot, ROS)
- Embedded systems development tools (e.g., STM32Cube, Keil, or similar)
- Experience with flight log analysis tools or telemetry decoding
Physical Requirements:
- Onsite: 100% - Daily
- Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings daily
- Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds including safety warnings or alarms daily
- Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications daily
- Equipment Operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment daily
- Carrying: able to carry documents, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs daily
- Lifting: able to lift documents, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10lbs daily
- Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture occasionally
- Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer daily
- Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving occasionally
- Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices daily
- Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice rarely
- Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces daily
- Personal Protective Equipment required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.
This position requires that you must be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)
Salary range:
Hourly range based on the required profile: $24.25 - $30.25/ hour for undergrad students based on your year in school; $36.25/hour for graduate students. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on geographic differential. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. This position offers the following benefits: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Prescription insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Basic & Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance, Short and Long-term Disability insurance, 401(k), Paid time off including paid holidays, Tuition Assistance, Bonus(es) subject to performance criteria. These are our current benefit offerings for the current plan year and are subject to change without notice..
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Company:
Aerovel Corporation
Employment Type:
Internship
Experience Level:
Student
Remote Type:
On-site
Job Family:
Support to Management
Job Posting End Date: 07.18.2025
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