What are the responsibilities and job description for the Avionics Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 position at Hermeus and Careers?
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.
As an Avionics Engineering Intern you will focus on the design, physical testing, and integration of mission-critical flight deck subsystems. You will be responsible for creating wire diagrams, setting up hardware in the lab, and performing end-to-end subsystem tests, including electrical, hardware, and software integration.
Summer: around 10 weeks (May - August)
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement mission subsystem components, with a focus on flight deck systems
- Conduct physical testing of subsystems and validate performance against requirements
- Develop and maintain detailed wire diagrams for subsystem integration
- Set up and configure hardware in lab environments for testing and validation
- Perform end-to-end subsystem testing, ensuring full integration of electrical, hardware, and software components
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, electrical, and mechanical engineering) to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues
- Support flight deck readiness through rigorous lab-based and field testing
- Document test results, integration procedures, and system configurations
Minimum Requirements:
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Entry level experience of C , C, or other embedded programming languages.
- Experience with working with hardware integrations and embedded computers (Raspberry PIs, arduinos, STM32s).
- Strong understanding of engineering first principles
- Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams
- Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus' mission
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- GPA of 3.0 or above
The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Salary : $25 - $33