Embedded Engineering Spring 2026 Co-Op (Dallas, TX)
About The Position
Shield AI is seeking an exceptional Co-op candidate to join the team in building our autonomous aircraft. You will join a team of highly talented cross-functional engineers that exhibit a culture of mentorship, kindness, ownership, and hard work. The start date and duration of the Co-op are flexible. The Embedded Software team is focused on developing complex avionics software that merges hardware, operating systems and applications for cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). Embedded Software engineers work with customer programs, electrical engineers, Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) engineers, systems engineers, test engineers and the Autonomy AI team to design and develop software systems which utilize modern aerospace sensors, state-of-the-art UAV avionics, and groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence applications.
Requirements
- Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of coursework towards a degree in a related field (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer)
- Strong C/C++ background
- Experience in bare-metal firmware development for embedded systems
- Experience in a collaborative development environment, focused on continuous integration/delivery & unit testing to assure software quality
- Familiarity with common version control (git) and build systems (CMake, or similar)
- Demonstrated record of working hard, strong communication skills, being a trustworthy teammate, and being kind to others
Nice To Haves
- Experience working on cutting-edge autonomous robotic systems
- Proven background in thriving within fast-paced environments, particularly within startup or R&D settings. School projects are applicable experience.
- Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes.
- Classroom or project experience in developing code (Verilog, VHDL) for FPGAs
Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality C/C++ code
- Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
- Integrate software from multiple departments to include firmware, software test and verification, Autonomy AI, and Ground Control Stations (GCS)
- Develop software systems to implement and integrate interfaces to modern avionics sensors, sub-systems, and payloads
- Facilitate the design process for updates to the software system architecture
Benefits
- Housing stipend provided for those who qualify.
- This role may also be eligible for certain benefits like PTO, 401k, healthcare, etc.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
