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Aircraft Performance Engineer Intern

CompanyGarmin International, Inc.
LocationOlathe
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 4, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will apply aircraft performance principles to develop and maintain data modules for aviation software solutions. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to assist in the development, testing, and validation of performance software.
Internship Type
unavailable
Company Size
11520
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
WHERE DO WE START? How about Kansas City? That’s our home. That’s where Garmin put a stake in the ground in 1989. We’ve grown substantially over the years, offering diverse products and global reach in 5 diverse markets. But some things won’t ever change: Our entrepreneurial spirit and a culture where everyone’s opinion matters. That’s because we believe it’s possible to light the tech world on fire and still be on a first name basis. BIG IDEAS, SMALL EGOS What we do best is make products that let our customers do what they love. To do that, we focus on practical innovation, never losing sight of the benefits our products bring to our customers. Sure, we love bells and whistles. What leading technology company doesn't? But we make sure ours have purpose. It’s not about the things we make. It’s about the things we make possible. WE’RE GLOBAL, SERIOUSLY. Yeah, we’re based in Kansas City, but we are truly a global company. With offices throughout Europe, Asia, Middle East, South America and Australia, our products are sold all over the world. One elevator ride at our headquarters and you’re likely to hear 4 (or more) different languages being spoken. At Garmin, we may act local, but we think global. DREAM BIG. SLEEP WELL. At Garmin, we like to encourage dreamers. But at some point it’s nice to wake up and enjoy a fully aware life. So we make it super easy to achieve a good balance between working, dreaming and enjoying life—from workout classes offered throughout the day, breaks to get out and move on our campus, and wellness programs offered throughout the year. It’s almost impossible not to take advantage of Garmin’s work-life balance opportunities.
About the Role

Overview



We are seeking a full-time Aircraft Performance Engineer Intern at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for applying aircraft performance principles and knowledge of regulatory requirements to develop and maintain aircraft performance data modules that support Garmin's industry leading aviation software solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams, assisting in the development, enhancement, testing and validation of aircraft performance software while contributing to innovative solutions that help pilots and operators make informed flight planning decisions.

Essential Functions

  • Apply basic aircraft performance and weight & balance principles applied to all fixed wing category aircraft (including applicable 14 CFR Chapters)
  • Research, analyze, and compile aircraft performance data from a variety of technical sources for integration into Garmin aviation products and services
  • Develop and improve processes, tools, and methodologies used to create and manage aircraft performance technologies
  • Learn to develop software in selected languages for Garmin’s Aircraft Performance and Weight & Balance solutions
  • Collaborate with software engineers, pilots, and quality teams to support the continuous enhancement of Garmin’s Aircraft Performance solutions

Basic Qualifications

  • Pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field with exposure to software engineering concepts
  • Excellent academics (minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA)
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to learn complex technical concepts and apply them in a software development environment

Desired Qualifications

  • Understanding of aircraft performance algorithms to compute maximum takeoff and landing weights, takeoff and landing field lengths, V-speeds, climb gradients, etc. and assess effects of meteorological conditions, obstacle clearance requirements and terrain geometry on such calculations
  • Exposure to flight planning algorithms that calculate fuel burn, flight time, and route performance based on aircraft capabilities and environmental conditions
  • Knowledge of aircraft's weight and balance concepts, including center-of-gravity calculations and fuel burn modeling
  • Familiarity with software solutions that support compliance with aircraft performance regulations and certification requirements
  • Experience with one or more of the following programming languages: C, Python, SQL
  • Experience with FAA Part 23 and Part 25 Aircraft Certification requirements
  • FAA Airmen Certificate


Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits

Key Skills
Aircraft performanceWeight & balanceAerospace engineeringSoftware developmentCPythonSQLFlight planningRegulatory complianceData analysisProblem-solvingCommunicationTechnical researchMathematicsPhysics
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