Flight Software Engineering Intern (Simulation/Hardware-In-The-Loop) - Spring & Summer 2027

Hermeus · Los Angeles, CA

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · intern

Pay range listed by Hermeus: USD 25–33 per hour

Est. total comp~$25–$33/hr

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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.

About the Team: The Mission Systems Engineering Team develops and integrates the hardware and software that enable Hermeus aircraft to execute missions. As a Mission Systems Engineering Intern, you will work across avionics, software, communications, and system integration to help build, test, and troubleshoot mission capabilities. This role is ideal for someone with a strong mix of hands-on hardware experience and software development skills.

Spring: Around 16 weeks (January - April) Summer: Around 12 weeks (May - August)

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Crew department: Systems

Skills this kind of role usually asks for:

Python and C++
Networking
Linux and cloud basics
Cybersecurity basics
RF and antennas basics

Related coursework: the Systems Track: Spacecraft Links and Flight Software Basics. We study 4 core modules, take a quiz after each one and pass a final test to earn the Mars Mining Certificate in Spacecraft Links and Flight Software. We can link its verification page from our resume. It records online learning, not professional licensing or work experience.

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I can do Python and C++ on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Networking on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Linux and cloud basics on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Cybersecurity basics on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do RF and antennas basics on the job, or have used it in a class or project I have a project or work sample I could show an interviewer My resume is tailored to this kind of role I've practiced answering interview questions for this kind of job

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