SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INTERN

Why should you intern at Platform Aerospace?  

1. Our team: Individual contributions are great, but it really is about the whole team working towards the same goal. At Platform Aerospace, we are proud to say that from engineering to manufacturing, from travel to inventory, each team member plays an important role in supporting our mission, including our interns!
2. Embark on challenging projects During the summer, our interns have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that not only foster personal and professional growth but also provide a sense of accomplishment as our interns contribute to cutting-edge developments in the UAV industry.
3. Be a potential candidate for a new hire At Platform, our interns dive into hands-on experiences within their field of interest. Join us, showcase your skills, and become a part of something truly phenomenal.

JOB TITLE:                   SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INTERN  

DEPARTMENT:           SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

REPORTS TO:             SOFTWARE ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR

CLASSIFICATION:       NON-EXEMPT 

Primary Function: 

At Platform Aerospace, our Software Engineering intern is responsible for development, testing, and documentation of software/Firmware for integration and automation of flight systems.  

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Develop software/firmware for payloads, hands on algorithm implementation on actual hardware
• Conduct bench and airplane testing during development and software releases
• Assists the engineering department with analysis, tests, software development, integration, and quality assurance of systems
• Perform proper work documentation, test plans, and results
• Obtain experience using git and Atlassian toolchain 

• Perform other duties as are necessary and/or required

Requirements: 

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science and/or B.A/B.S. Electrical Engineering, Aero, Mechanical Engineering. Other similar degrees will be considered upon satisfactory skills in software development and programming skills  
• Knowledge and experience of at least one coding language (C#, C/C++, Python, etc.)
• Must have willingness to learn 
• Ability to obtain a security Clearance 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Programming experience with C/C++, and/or Python
• Previous experience on embedded systems. (Personal or Robotics clubs)
• Knowledge of serial communication protocols
• Understanding of TCP/IP Networking protocols
• Ability to read electrical schematics and block diagrams 
• Organized and detail oriented