Aircraft Performance Engineer Intern

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Aircraft Performance Engineer Intern at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for applying aircraft performance principles and knowledge of regulatory requirements to develop and maintain aircraft performance data modules that support Garmin's industry leading aviation software solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams, assisting in the development, enhancement, testing and validation of aircraft performance software while contributing to innovative solutions that help pilots and operators make informed flight planning decisions. Essential Functions Apply basic aircraft performance and weight & balance principles applied to all fixed wing category aircraft (including applicable 14 CFR Chapters) Research, analyze, and compile aircraft performance data from a variety of technical sources for integration into Garmin aviation products and services Develop and improve processes, tools, and methodologies used to create and manage aircraft performance technologies Learn to develop software in selected languages for Garmin’s Aircraft Performance and Weight & Balance solutions Collaborate with software engineers, pilots, and quality teams to support the continuous enhancement of Garmin’s Aircraft Performance solutions

Basic Qualifications

Pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field with exposure to software engineering concepts Excellent academics (minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA) Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills Ability to learn complex technical concepts and apply them in a software development environment Desired Qualifications Understanding of aircraft performance algorithms to compute maximum takeoff and landing weights, takeoff and landing field lengths, V-speeds, climb gradients, etc. and assess effects of meteorological conditions, obstacle clearance r