Flight Software Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

@ Hermeus

Flight Software Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Posted 4 months ago

This job is still taking applications, but it's been up a while.

About the job

Hermeus is a defense aviation company developing high-speed aircraft systems through rapid prototyping. The intern role focuses on mission systems, messaging, and hardware integration to support aerospace innovation and defense capabilities.

Requirements

Embedded programming (C++, C)
Hardware integration experience
Understanding of engineering principles
Teamwork skills
Interest in aerospace systems

Qualifications

Pursuing relevant technical degree
GPA 3.0 or above
Strong communication skills
Interest in mission/autonomy

Full job description

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

About The Role:

As a Flight Software Intern, you will support the design and implementation of mission systems for uncrewed high-speed aircraft. You will work with the A-GRA (OMS/UCI) framework to help develop interoperable systems and messaging architectures.

Fall: Around 16 weeks (August - December)

Responsibilities:

Support the design and implementation of systems using A-GRA (OMS/UCI) for uncrewed high-speed aircraft
Assist in developing and integrating messaging systems that enable communication between mission subsystems
Work with messaging standards, protocols, and APIs to support system interoperability
Collaborate with engineering teams to test, validate, and refine mission system interfaces and integrations

Requirements:

Pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, 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
Interest in mission systems, autonomy, or aerospace systems integration
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
GPA of 3.0 or above

The hourly rate listed for this internship is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on degree level.

Benefits:

Time Off: Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.
Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms.

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.

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