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

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 Role

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

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

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