Test Product Engineering Intern

About the role

The Engineering Intern will work within a specific area of Engineering that aligns with the intern’s field of study and experience. AeroVironsetion seeks individuals with a broad technical background and a desire to tackle real‑world challenges. Interns will have real responsibilities that impact actual products, whether designing new unmanned aircraft, testing and verifying design modifications, or resolving flight‑behavior issues on miniature UAVs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in multiple phases of the Engineering/Manufacturing Design & Development process.
• Support engineering and design activities using tools such as wind tunnels, 3‑D printers, SolidWorks, Altium, ANSYS, Visual Studio, and MATLAB.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a Junior, Senior, or graduate student pursuing a degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or computer science/engineering.
• Completed coursework relevant to the major.
• UAV or robotics experience.
• Hands‑on experience with relevant tools.
• Experience with software tools in your area of expertise.

Qualifications

• Flight‑test or R/C experience (a plus).
• General engineering fundamentals, mathematics, physics, and material properties.
• Familiarity with structured development techniques.
• Thrives on innovation and challenge.
• Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment with small, cross‑functional teams.
• Effective problem‑solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong focus on teamwork and collaboration, prioritizing team success over individual interests.

Physical Demands

Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments on a constant basis. Must be able to sit and stand for long periods and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under these regulations or be eligible for an export license. Some positions will require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holiday shutdown.

About AV

AV hires the curious, relentless, and mission‑obsessed. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI‑powered drones to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has over 50 years of innovation, with seven platforms displayed in the Smithsonian.