Software Engineering Intern

Work Arrangement

This is a full time on-site position that is part of our Internship Program.

Job Overview

The AEVEX Internship Program gives individuals who are early in their career the opportunity to gain valuable learning opportunities while discussing goals, evaluating performance and receiving regular feedback. The Software Engineering Intern will work along side our Engineering team to shadow and assist with the designing, developing, and testing of software applications.

Essential Functions

• Assist with and shadow the development of embedded Linux and microcontroller software applications using C/C , and occasionally other programming languages.
• Assist with developing new Navigation, Autonomy, Sensor fusion and Collaboration features into our software and products.
• Use middleware like ROS1/2 to implement modular system architectures.
• Use Docker to build and deploy containerized applications to embedded applications.
• Collaborate in code reviews / merges and in configuration management.
• Assist with conducting alpha tests and coordinate beta tests of new or modified applications based on industry best standards and procedures for testing and review.
• Contribute during the entire software development process including requirements, design, implementation, test, debugging and deployment.
• Collaborate with manager to establish internship goals and steps on achieving those goals throughout duration of the program
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications            

• Ability to program using C/C
• Understanding of Networking and Data IO concepts
• Understanding of Open-Source Library Integration
• Ability to grow your professional skills and learn from challenges.
• Ability to collaborate in the development effort while also providing innovative and creative solutions.
• Proficient understanding of the software development life-cycle (SDLC).
• Proficient understanding of agile software development methodologies and principles.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication in order to clearly communicate design, architecture, implementations and requirements.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing own workload.
• Results-oriented with a commitment to achieving goals.
• Proficient time management and organizational skills.

Education / Certifications

• Recent degree or current junior or senior enrolled in an engineering program in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related Software Development focused field
• Validated academic excellence (3.0 GPA and higher)

Experience

• No prior experience necessary

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX 

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.