About the role#
As an Avionics Software Intern, you will work directly with engineering teams to support programs ranging from orbital rockets and ground systems to test stands and moon landers. You will gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship from managers, and participate in events to learn about the broader organization. This is a 12-week, full-time commitment.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications focused on avionics and flight systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to verify and validate safety-critical, real-time embedded software for launch vehicles.
- Participate in the full software lifecycle, including requirements analysis, implementation, documentation, and system integration.
- Write and review code primarily in C, C++, and Python for embedded and application environments.
- Create and maintain tools and infrastructure for build, debugging, testing, deployment, and automation.
- Ensure reliability, quality, and safety in all delivered software.
- Review and update software requirements and designs for testability.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Completion of at least one year of full-time coursework post-high school and at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
- Programming experience in C, C++, or Python.
- Experience in software development, problem-solving, and debugging through coursework, projects, or previous internships.
- Exposure to software verification, automated testing, or CI/CD.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
- Familiarity with ARINC standards or UML/software design is a plus.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Location & details#
- Locations: Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Los Angeles, CA; Longmont, CO.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $32.00 per hour.
About Blue Origin
Blue Origin operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing sector. The company develops reusable rocket engines, launch vehicles, in-space systems, and lunar landers. It maintains headquarters in Kent, Washington. The organization employs over 10,000 people.
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