About the role#
Join our team to develop software for the Quarterhorse supersonic unmanned aircraft. You will build control systems for both remotely piloted and autonomous flight modes using C++ and web technologies. This role involves designing and implementing user interfaces that range from hands-on controls to autonomy management.
What you'll do#
- Develop human-machine interaction software for flight crew control and simulations.
- Build communications software for RF, Satcom, and networking on the ground and the vehicle.
- Collaborate with flight crew to assess the usability of cockpit software and hardware.
- Work with engineers to display and control hardware systems.
- Participate in all stages of the software development lifecycle, from planning and design to testing and user evaluation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a rising senior undergraduate, Master's, or Ph.D. student.
- Pursuit of a degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with C/C++.
- Experience with web application technologies such as JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, or Electron.
- A strong understanding of engineering first principles.
- A GPA of 3.0 or above.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Terms: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
- Please note that this role does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Hermeus
Hermeus designs and builds high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft. The company works with the Department of Defense to develop aviation technology. Founded in 2018, it operates out of Los Angeles with additional locations in Georgia and Florida. The firm employs 374 people and focuses on iterative hardware development.
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