Aerospace Software Engineering Intern

avav; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment offers a paid Summer Internship Program designed to provide students with an immersive, hands-on experience in aerospace and defense. Interns work on meaningful projects, collaborating with AV team members to develop software for ground control systems, data pipelines, and simulations.

The 12-week onsite program targets students currently in college or recent graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Relocation/housing stipends may be available and internships are highly recognized in the

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

Visual Studio

Git

Eclipse

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Software Engineering or related field

Tools

IDE tools

Job description

AeroVironment offers a paid Summer Internship Program designed to provide students with an immersive, hands-on experience in aerospace and defense. Interns work on meaningful projects, collaborating with AV team members to develop software for ground control systems, data pipelines, and simulations.

The 12-week onsite program targets students currently in college or recent graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Relocation/housing stipends may be available and internships are highly recognized in the