Robotics & Embedded Systems Intern

Odys Aviation • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

We are looking for a motivated intern to assist our robotics team in building and integrating unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms used for autonomous testing and sensor development. This role is ideal for students interested in robotics, drones, mechatronics, and embedded systems, who enjoy hands-on work with hardware and system integration. The intern will support the development team by assembling UAV platforms, integrating sensors and communication devices, and assisting with system-level bench and flight testing.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Strong interest in robotics systems and UAVs
• Basic knowledge of electronics and electrical systems
• Experience with wiring, connectors, or soldering
• Familiarity with Linux and basic programming (Python or C++)
• Experience with ROS2
• Ability to work hands-on with hardware and troubleshoot issues

Nice To Haves

• Experience with drones or robotics platforms
• Familiarity with embedded systems or microcontrollers
• Experience with communication protocols (UART, SPI, CAN, I2C)
• Experience with PX4 autopilot
• Experience integrating sensors or cameras

Responsibilities

• Assist in assembling and maintaining UAV platforms used for research and development
• Support integration of sensors, cameras, radios, and communication modules
• Perform wiring, soldering, and hardware setup for onboard electronics
• Help verify hardware functionality (power, communication, sensor outputs)
• Assist with bench testing and flight testing preparation
• Support integration of hardware with onboard compute systems
• Help document wiring diagrams, system configurations, and integration procedures
• Assist with scripting or software tasks when required (e.g., device testing, logging)
• Travel to support field flight testing operations (~20% of the time)

Benefits

• Hands-on experience working with real UAV platforms
• Exposure to sensor integration and autonomous system development
• Opportunity to work alongside engineers developing next-generation autonomous vehicles
• Experience with hardware-software integration in robotics systems

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern