Summer Software Engineer Intern – Aerospace & Defense

AeroVironment, Inc.; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Relocation stipend

Housing stipend

Job summary

As a Software Engineering Intern at AeroVironment, Inc., you will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team working on real‑world software projects across AV technology. You will assist in designing, developing, and testing software solutions for ground control systems, data pipelines, and simulations.

The role is a 12‑week, onsite Summer Internship program for students or recent graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA, offering relocation and housing reimbursement options based on team/location.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or 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

Data structures

Algorithms

Git

Visual Studio

Eclipse

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, Inc., you will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team working on real‑world software projects across AV technology. You will assist in designing, developing, and testing software solutions for ground control systems, data pipelines, and simulations.

The role is a 12‑week, onsite Summer Internship program for students or recent graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA, offering relocation and housing reimbursement options based on team/location.