2 months ago
Atlanta, GA, USAIntern
Responsibilities
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Hardware-in-the-Loop test benches and supporting test infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts for flight software and vehicle systems.
- Expand automated test coverage and support regression testing of software and system updates.
- Perform test stand upkeep, including hardware configuration, software updates, calibration, documentation, and issue resolution.
- Debug signal, hardware, software, and communication issues across integrated systems.
- Validate vehicle, avionics, and flight deck control systems through automated and manual testing.
- Analyze test results, identify failures or unexpected behavior, and support root-cause investigations.
- Document test procedures, results, configurations, and test-infrastructure changes.
- Collaborate with Flight Software and cross-functional engineering teams to improve test reliability, coverage, and 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 and programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C++.
- Experience developing scripts, automated tests, or software tools.
- Experience 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- Spring internships run approximately 16 weeks from January through April, and summer internships run approximately 12 weeks from May through August.
- Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.
- Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms.
- The hourly rate is determined based on degree level, but no specific amount is provided.
About Hermeus
Hermeus designs and manufactures high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for defense and future high-speed transport, selling government-focused flight systems and test programs. The company is privately held, founded in 2018, and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Current efforts include the unmanned Quarterhorse program and engine integration aimed at enabling Mach 5-class flight, with contracts and collaborations with the U.S. Department of Defense.