GNC & Flight Software Intern - Spring/Summer 2027
About The Position
Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company focused on rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world. They aim to deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield and work with the Department of War to provide high-speed capabilities. As a GNC & Flight Software Engineering Intern, you will support the development, implementation, and testing of flight software and guidance, navigation, and control systems for uncrewed high-speed aircraft. This role is suitable for candidates with either a strong software background and exposure to GNC/controls, or a strong GNC/controls background with hands-on software experience. The internship is available for approximately 16 weeks in Spring (January - April) or 12 weeks in Summer (May - August).
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Background in either software development with exposure to GNC/controls, or GNC/controls with experience implementing software
- Experience with C++, C, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar programming and engineering tools
- Familiarity with controls, dynamics, simulation, embedded systems, or hardware/software integration
- Hands-on experience through internships, coursework, research, or technical projects
- Strong understanding of engineering first principles
- Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- Must be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing.
Responsibilities
- Support the development and implementation of flight software and guidance and control algorithms
- Implement, integrate, and test control algorithms in simulation, embedded, and hardware-integrated environments
- Assist with control law development, tuning, and validation for vehicle stability and performance
- Develop software interfaces, messaging, and integrations between flight and mission subsystems
- Analyze test data, troubleshoot system behavior, and support improvements to software and control performance
- Collaborate across software, GNC, avionics, and vehicle engineering teams to validate integrated systems
Benefits
- 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off
- Weekly paid office lunches
- Fully stocked breakrooms
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
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