Engineering Intern

Job Description

About AeroVironment:

AeroVironment (AVAV), based in California, is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971, the company boasts over 45 years of experience at the forefront of technological innovation. They are known for developing the world’s most widely used military drones, creating the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and having seven innovative vehicles in the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection. AeroVironment focuses on developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems to provide enhanced intelligence to its customers. They are an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description: Engineering Intern

AeroVironment seeks Engineering Interns to contribute to various aspects of their engineering and manufacturing processes. Interns will work within a specific engineering area aligning with their field of study and experience. The company emphasizes hands-on experience and real-world impact.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in multiple phases of the Engineering/Manufacturing Design & Development process.
• Support engineering and design activities using tools such as Windtunnels, 3-D Printers, Solidworks, Altium, Ansys, Visual Studio, and Matlab.
• Other duties as assigned. Examples include: working on teams designing new unmanned aircraft for planetary surveillance; testing and verifying design modifications to flight hardware/software systems; helping resolve flight behavior issues on miniature unmanned aerial vehicles.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled Junior, Senior, or Graduate student pursuing a degree in Aero/Mechanical/Electrical or Computer Science/Engineering.
• Relevant coursework completed.
• UAV or Robotics experience.
• Hands-on experience with relevant tools.
• Proficiency with software tools related to your area of expertise.

Desired Qualifications:

• Flight test or R/C experience.
• Strong understanding of general engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics, and material properties.
• Familiarity with structured development techniques.
• Ability to thrive in an innovative and challenging environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Requires sitting and standing for extended periods; talking, hearing, and using hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard.

ITAR Requirement:

This position necessitates access to information governed by the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a U.S. person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) or approved for an export license. Some positions may require U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.