Aerospace Software Engineer Intern — Summer

AV; Moorpark (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Software Engineering Intern at AeroVironment, you’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team working on real-world projects across our technology portfolio.

You’ll assist in the design, development, and testing of software solutions for ground control systems, data pipelines, and simulation tools. The program runs 12 weeks onsite in the United States, requiring enrollment in college or recent graduation with a 3.0 GPA.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong programming knowledge in Python, C++, or Java.
• Experience with data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in 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

Data structures & algorithms

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Visual Studio

Git

Eclipse

Job description

As a Software Engineering Intern at AeroVironment, you’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team working on real-world projects across our technology portfolio.

You’ll assist in the design, development, and testing of software solutions for ground control systems, data pipelines, and simulation tools. The program runs 12 weeks onsite in the United States, requiring enrollment in college or recent graduation with a 3.0 GPA.