AV Robotics Software Engineer Intern

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

Benefits offered by this job

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401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment offers a Summer Internship Program designed to immerse students in our software engineering efforts across AV technology. You will work on real projects across ground control systems, user interfaces, data pipelines, and simulations.

You will learn from experienced engineers while contributing to meaningful software solutions, gaining hands-on experience on cutting-edge technology in a dynamic team setting.

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

Algorithms

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Linux

Windows

Cross-platform

Git

Job description

AeroVironment offers a Summer Internship Program designed to immerse students in our software engineering efforts across AV technology. You will work on real projects across ground control systems, user interfaces, data pipelines, and simulations.

You will learn from experienced engineers while contributing to meaningful software solutions, gaining hands-on experience on cutting-edge technology in a dynamic team setting.