Aerospace Software Engineer Intern: Hands-on Projects

InvestedintheMission; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Housing stipend

Job summary

AeroVironment in the United States is offering a 12-week Summer Internship Program in software engineering. Interns work on real‑world projects, collaborating with AV teams on cutting‑edge technology and gaining hands‑on experience in a full‑time environment.

As a Software Engineering Intern, you’ll assist in design, development, and testing of software across ground control systems, user interfaces, data pipelines, and simulations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong foundational knowledge in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
• Familiarity with development tools such as Visual Studio, Git, Eclipse, or similar IDEs.
• Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, coding, testing, and debugging of software components and systems.
• Contribute to the development of tools and applications that support AV robotics and aerospace platforms.
• Collaborate with engineers across software, hardware, and systems teams to integrate and test new capabilities.
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and the use of version control and defect tracking tools.
• Help develop scripts or automation to improve team workflows and efficiency.
• Learn and apply best practices in software development processes, including Agile methodologies.
• Support the development of prototypes, simulations, and proof‑of‑concept demonstrations.
• Attend team meetings, contribute ideas, and learn to estimate development effort and timelines.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Visual Studio

Git

Eclipse

Job description

AeroVironment in the United States is offering a 12-week Summer Internship Program in software engineering. Interns work on real‑world projects, collaborating with AV teams on cutting‑edge technology and gaining hands‑on experience in a full‑time environment.

As a Software Engineering Intern, you’ll assist in design, development, and testing of software across ground control systems, user interfaces, data pipelines, and simulations.