Test Engineer Intern - Grand Rapids Site

Socket.dev; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Acron Aviation is offering a Test Engineer Intern position in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This full-time onsite internship runs May through August, giving hands-on experience in automated test software, data analysis, and aerospace testing environments.

You will work with experienced engineers across hardware, software, and systems, supporting product quality, reliability, and test system performance while learning safety-critical aerospace technologies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering.
• Must be enrolled and returning to school after the internship.
• Basic programming experience from coursework or prior internships.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with guidance as needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• U.S. export control eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of automated test software.
• Assist with test execution, data collection, and analysis.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and test equipment issues.
• Support software verification and validation activities.
• Assist with integration, setup, and testing of automated test stations.
• Create and update technical documentation and test procedures.
• Contribute to root cause investigations and continuous improvement.
• Improve automated test equipment reliability and reduce test time.
• Analyze test results and communicate findings to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects.
• Adhere to aerospace quality standards and safety requirements.

Skills

Basic programming

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering or related

Tools

LabVIEW

C

C++

Python

Job description

Acron Aviation is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Test Engineer Intern to join our Engineering team in Grand Rapids, Michigan

This full-time, onsite internship is anticipated to run May through August and provides an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional engineering environment. You will work alongside experienced test and systems engineers and contribute to assignments representative of work performed by entry-level Test Engineers.

Depending on the assigned location, team, and product line, you may gain experience in automated test system development, software verification and validation, test execution, troubleshooting, data analysis, production testing, hardware integration, and technical documentation.

Intern assignments will be aligned with current business and project needs while providing exposure to real-world aerospace, avionics, manufacturing, and engineering test environments. You will support projects that help improve product quality, reliability, manufacturing efficiency, and test system performance while gaining hands‑on experience with safety‑critical aerospace technologies.

What You Will Do

• Support the development and maintenance of automated test software and test systems.
• Assist with test execution, data collection, and analysis for engineering and production testing.
• Help troubleshoot hardware, software, and test equipment issues.
• Support software verification and validation activities.
• Assist with integration, setup, and testing of automated test stations.
• Create and update technical documentation, work instructions, test procedures, and reports.
• Participate in root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support improvements to automated test equipment, including yield improvement, test time reduction, reliability enhancements, and process optimization.
• Analyze test results and communicate findings to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams on cross-functional projects.
• Follow company procedures and aerospace quality standards while supporting safe and reliable product development.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and returning to school following the internship.
• Basic programming experience through coursework, projects, or previous internships.
• Basic understanding of electrical and electronic circuits.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• This position may require access to information, technology, software, or hardware that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. To comply with these requirements, applicants must qualify as a US Person.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with C, C++, Python, LabVIEW, or similar programming languages.
• Coursework involving embedded systems, electronics, controls, software development, or test engineering.
• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, digital multimeters, and signal generators.
• Exposure to automated testing, data acquisition, instrumentation, or manufacturing test systems.
• Basic knowledge of communication interfaces such as RS-232, RS-422, I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet, or similar technologies.
• Interest in aerospace, avionics, RF systems, manufacturing test systems, or safety‑critical products.
• Experience participating in engineering projects, design teams, research activities, technical competitions, or student engineering organizations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Acron Aviation is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Additional Information:

Acron Aviation maintains a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where allowed by law. Acron Aviation is an E‑Verify employer.