Summer Software Engineer Intern — Aerospace & Robotics

AeroVironment, Inc.; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Housing reimbursement

Paid internship

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

You will work on real-world projects across AV technology portfolio, contributing to design, development, and testing of software solutions for ground control systems, data pipelines, and simulations. The role suits someone pursuing a CS/SE degree with strong programming skills in Python/C++/Java, familiar with IDEs, and eager to learn from experienced engineers.

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 design, coding, testing, and debugging of software components and systems.
• Contribute to development of tools and applications supporting 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 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.

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineering Intern to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

You will work on real-world projects across AV technology portfolio, contributing to design, development, and testing of software solutions for ground control systems, data pipelines, and simulations. The role suits someone pursuing a CS/SE degree with strong programming skills in Python/C++/Java, familiar with IDEs, and eager to learn from experienced engineers.