Flight Control System Verification Engineering Intern
About The Position
Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members. This internship is a part of a 10-week full-time summer internship program opportunity. This role will be based at Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, California and relocation or housing will not be provided. Archer is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join Archer. This internship provides a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience within the Flight Controls System Test team. This role will provide hands-on experience in the verification and testing of Archer's fly-by-wire flight control system. You'll work closely with experienced engineers to support test campaigns and gain exposure to eVTOL aircraft systems including fly-by-wire flight control computer, avionics, actuation systems, high and low voltage power distribution, and engines. . This is an excellent opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to cutting-edge aerospace technology.
Requirements
- Going into the 2nd or 3rd year in college career
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
- Completed coursework in controls, systems engineering, or related topics.
- Strong interest in aerospace, flight controls, or verification/testing.
- Basic understanding of engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Able to commit to a 10 week internship
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or other programming/analysis tools.
- Exposure to requirements management tools (Polarion, DOORS, Jira, etc.).
- Understanding of Agile/SCRUM methodologies.
- Coursework or projects involving testing, data acquisition, or systems integration.
- Knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, etc.).
- Previous internship or co-op experience in aerospace or related field.
Responsibilities
- Learn about the flight control system architecture and the design of its subsystems and components under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Assist in executing requirements-based tests for the eVTOL Flight Control System.
- Support data collection and analysis during test campaigns.
- Help correlate test results with analyses and predictions alongside team members.
- Assist in evaluating test data to verify component performance.
- Learn about FAA, DoD, and other aircraft certification standards and testing compliance requirements.
- Contribute to technical reports and test documentation.
- Participate in team meetings and design reviews
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
