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Mission Systems Engineering Intern - Spring/Summer 2027

Hermeus· Mission Systems Engineering
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Hybrid (Atlanta, GA), Hybrid (Los Angeles, CA)$25/hr - $33/hrInternPosted 1mo ago

About the role

Internship at Hermeus focusing on developing and integrating hardware and software for mission capabilities across avionics, software, communications, and system integration. Spring (~16 weeks) and Summer (~12 weeks) programs with on-site work.

Responsibilities

  • Support integration and testing of mission hardware, software, sensors, radios, processors, and avionics systems.
  • Develop and test software for command and control, telemetry, and subsystem interfaces.
  • Perform hardware/software bring-up, debugging, and troubleshooting in lab, HIL, ground-test, and aircraft environments.
  • Support system interfaces, networking, communication protocols, and integration requirements.
  • Collaborate with software, avionics, autonomy, communications, and flight-test teams.
  • Document test results, technical findings, and system configurations.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Hands-on experience with both software development and hardware integration through internships, coursework, research, projects, or competition teams.
  • Familiarity with networking TCP/UDP, Ethernet
  • Programming experience in C++, Python, or a similar language.
  • Experience working with embedded systems, electronics, avionics, sensors, networking, or other hardware-connected systems.
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across hardware and software interfaces.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary technical teams.
  • GPA of 3.0 or above

Skills

Required:Software developmentHardware integrationNetworking knowledge

Benefits

  • Time Off: 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.
  • Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms.
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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