Flight Test & Systems Engineering Intern

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 days sick leave

Office lunches

Job summary

Hermeus is seeking a Test and Operations Engineering Intern in Los Angeles to help develop, integrate, and test advanced aircraft systems in a hands-on environment. You will work with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to support hardware integration, system checkout, and test readiness.

The role emphasizes rapid hardware development, troubleshooting, and improving procedures to make vehicle testing safer, faster, and more repeatable.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a STEM program at an accredited college or university.
• Undergraduate (3rd or 4th year) or graduate student (Master/PhD) eligible.
• Hands-on experience designing, building, and testing vehicles through internships or projects.
• Experience with CAD, C++, Python, or similar technical software.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests.
• Develop test plans, procedures, checklists, and test cards.
• Monitor telemetry and assist with real-time troubleshooting.
• Review test data and help formulate engineering conclusions.
• Design and troubleshoot test hardware and instrumentation.
• Support cross-functional integration across mechanical, electrical, software, and vehicle systems.
• Develop scripts and automation to improve test efficiency.
• Collaborate with pilots and engineers to prepare systems for testing.
• Travel as needed for vehicle integration and test ops.

Skills

C++

Python

CAD

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

STEM program enrollment

Tools

CAD software

Python scripting

Job description

Hermeus is seeking a Test and Operations Engineering Intern in Los Angeles to help develop, integrate, and test advanced aircraft systems in a hands-on environment. You will work with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to support hardware integration, system checkout, and test readiness.

The role emphasizes rapid hardware development, troubleshooting, and improving procedures to make vehicle testing safer, faster, and more repeatable.