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Software Engineering Intern (HIL) - Spring/Summer 2027
Atlanta, GA
Source: Hermeus careers · View original posting
- Pay
- $25 — $33 USD per hour
Employer job description
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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:
The Software Engineering "Hardware in the Loop" intern will support the setup, integration, maintenance, and testing of real-time simulation environments that connect hardware components with software models. This role will have a strong focus on developing automated tests, maintaining test infrastructure, and ensuring test stands remain reliable and ready to support ongoing flight software development and validation.
- Spring: Around 16 weeks (January - April)
- Summer: Around 12 weeks (May - August)
- Responsibilities:: Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test benches and supporting test infrastructure
- Develop, implement, and maintain automated test scripts for flight software and vehicle systems
- Expand automated test coverage and support regression testing of new software and system updates
- Perform routine test stand upkeep, including hardware configuration, software updates, calibration, documentation, and issue resolution
- Debug signal, hardware, software, and communication issues across integrated systems
- Assist in validating vehicle, avionics, and flight deck control systems through automated and manual testing
- Analyze test results, identify failures or unexpected behavior, and support root cause investigation
- Document test procedures, test results, configurations, and changes to test infrastructure
- Collaborate with Flight Software and cross-functional engineering teams to improve test reliability, coverage, and overall system performance
- Requirements:: Pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in Julia or strong experience with scientific computing/programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++
- Experience developing scripts, automated tests, or software tools
- Experience working with hardware integrations and embedded computers such as Raspberry Pis, Arduinos, or STM32s
- Familiarity with debugging hardware/software interfaces, communication protocols, or integrated systems
- 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 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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