Flight Software Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Clutch Canada; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

Hermeus, a defense aviation company in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking a Flight Software Intern. This role involves supporting the design of mission systems for uncrewed high-speed aircraft and developing interoperable messaging architectures. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in a related engineering field, with some experience in C++ or C programming. The position emphasizes strong teamwork and communication in an innovative aerospace environment. The internship lasts from May to August for summer or August to December for fall, with a salary range of $25 to $33 per hour.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a relevant technical degree.
• Entry-level experience with C++ or C is required.
• Experience with hardware integrations is expected.
• Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams is necessary.
• Interest in aerospace systems integration is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of systems for uncrewed high-speed aircraft.
• Assist in integrating messaging systems between mission subsystems.
• Work with messaging standards and protocols to enhance system interoperability.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for testing and validation of system interfaces.

Skills

C++

C

Embedded programming

Hardware integrations

Engineering principles

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Raspberry Pis

Arduinos

STM32s

Job description

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

As a Flight Software Intern, you will support the design and implementation of mission systems for uncrewed high-speed aircraft. You will work with the A-GRA (OMS/UCI) framework to help develop interoperable systems and messaging architectures.

Summer: Around 12 weeks (May - August)

Fall: Around 16 weeks (August - December)

Responsibilities:

• Support the design and implementation of systems using A-GRA (OMS/UCI) for uncrewed high-speed aircraft
• Assist in developing and integrating messaging systems that enable communication between mission subsystems
• Work with messaging standards, protocols, and APIs to support system interoperability
• Collaborate with engineering teams to test, validate, and refine mission system interfaces and integrations

Minimum Requirements:

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Entry level experience of C++, C, or other embedded programming languages.
• Experience with working with hardware integrations and embedded computers (Raspberry PIs, arduinos, STM32s).
• Strong understanding of engineering first principles
• Demonstrated ability to work within cross‑functional teams
• Interest in mission systems, autonomy, or aerospace systems integration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• GPA of 3.0 or above

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

25 - 33 USD

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.