GNC & Flight Software Intern - Spring/Summer 2027

Hermeus · Internships

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

Support the development and implementation of flight software and guidance and control algorithms
Implement, integrate, and test control algorithms in simulation, embedded, and hardware-integrated environments
Assist with control law development, tuning, and validation for vehicle stability and performance
Develop software interfaces, messaging, and integrations between flight and mission subsystems
Analyze test data, troubleshoot system behavior, and support improvements to software and control performance
Collaborate across software, GNC, avionics, and vehicle engineering teams to validate integrated systems

What they want

Pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
Background in either software development with exposure to GNC/controls, or GNC/controls with experience implementing software
Experience with C++, C, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar programming and engineering tools
Familiarity with controls, dynamics, simulation, embedded systems, or hardware/software integration
Hands-on experience through internships, coursework, research, or technical projects
Strong understanding of engineering first principles
Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
GPA of 3.0 or above

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.