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Software Engineering Intern (Command & Control) - Spring/Summer 2027

Hermeus · Internships

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Pay
$25–$33/hr
Hours
Intern
Where
Atlanta, GA
Posted
Sep 3

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

What you'd do

  • Software development on the human-machine interaction (HMI) program used by flight crew to control the aircraft and run simulations
  • Software development on the communications software (RF, Satcom, networking) running on the ground and the vehicle
  • Collaborate with flight crew to develop and assess usability of the cockpit software and hardware
  • Collaborate with engineers to display and control hardware systems
  • Participate in all stages of the software development lifecycle including planning, design, implementation, review, testing, documentation, and user evaluation

What they want

  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university (Undergraduate student (at least a rising senior) or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program)
  • Pursuing Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related degrees
  • C/C++ Experience
  • Web Applications Experience (JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, Electron, etc.)
  • Computer Networking knowledge
  • Aviation/simulation experience
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles
  • Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams
  • Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus' mission
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About Hermeus · Internships

Join our team developing cutting-edge software for the Quarterhorse supersonic unmanned aircraft. You'll work with C++ and web technologies (TypeScript/JavaScript) to build control systems for both remotely piloted (HOTAS) and autonomous flight modes. This role includes designing and implementing intuitive user interfaces, ranging from hands-on control to point-and-click autonomy management.