UAV Systems Test Engineer Intern

AeroVironment, Inc.; Moorpark, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Housing reimbursement

9/80 schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. in Moorpark, CA, is seeking a System Test Engineering Intern for a 12-week onsite program. You will work with experienced test engineers on ground, simulation, and flight tests for small UAVs, building hands-on experience in aerospace systems.

Applicants must be enrolled in an engineering degree and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, with a strong interest in systems engineering and data analysis tools like Excel or MATLAB. Relocation and housing reimbursement may be available.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Exposure to test procedures, lab work, or data collection through coursework or projects.
• Strong interest in systems engineering, testing, flight operations, or aerospace systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in execution of system-level and flight tests for UAVs.
• Help prepare test plans, procedures and test cards.
• Participate in test readiness reviews and post-test debriefs.
• Set up and operate test instrumentation and equipment.
• Capture, organize, and upload test data; assist with logs.
• Analyze test data using Excel or MATLAB to evaluate performance.
• Support test anomaly tracking and reporting.
• Collaborate with UAV operators, technicians, and engineers during live tests.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Data analysis (Excel/MATLAB)

Test procedures familiarity

Clear communication

Fast learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. in Moorpark, CA, is seeking a System Test Engineering Intern for a 12-week onsite program. You will work with experienced test engineers on ground, simulation, and flight tests for small UAVs, building hands-on experience in aerospace systems.

Applicants must be enrolled in an engineering degree and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, with a strong interest in systems engineering and data analysis tools like Excel or MATLAB. Relocation and housing reimbursement may be available.