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Avionics Systems Engineering Intern - 2025 Summer Intern

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Shield AI

Oct 4, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Dallas

Requirements

  • You are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in December 2025 or Spring 2026.
  • Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
  • Strong understanding of fundamental engineering concepts, including EE, Mech E, Programming, Physics, and Mathematics.
  • Experience working on multidisciplinary hardware development projects, which can be from an internship, job, club, team, personal project, etc.
  • Strong engineering analysis and debug fundamentals.
  • Demonstrated track record of assuming ownership of and delivering outstanding outcomes.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbally.
  • Demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
  • Engineering experience in electrical system design, integration, testing, debug, and repair.
  • Comfortable using circuit schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

  • Support flight critical avionics from concept through production including rapid prototyping
  • Contribute to new avionics architectures as we evolve and advance V-BAT capabilities
  • Help debug, root cause, and repair electrical hardware issues. Drive improvements to prevent reoccurrence and increase reliability. Become fluent with aircraft schematics, wiring diagrams, interfaces, communications, and mechanical design
  • Deliver novel autonomous features through collaboration with Mechanical, Electrical, Embedded, Manufacturing, Product Management, Flight Test, etc.
  • Support aircraft flight operations and data review the responsible authority for evaluating aircraft health, performance, real-time debug and resolution
  • Investigate technical challenges with rigor, analysis, and testing
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship program?

The internship program lasts for 10 weeks, running either from June 2nd to August 8th or June 23rd to August 29th.

What are the required qualifications to apply for this internship?

Applicants must be undergraduate, graduate, or PhD students expected to graduate in December 2025 or Spring 2026, pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related STEM field, and have a strong understanding of fundamental engineering concepts.

What is the pay range for this internship?

The pay ranges from $35 to $50 an hour, depending on the level of education: $35/hour for rising Bachelor's graduates, $43/hour for rising Master's graduates, and $50/hour for rising PhD graduates.

Is housing provided for interns?

Yes, housing stipends are provided for those who qualify.

Are there any specific skills or experiences preferred for this position?

Preferred qualifications include engineering experience in electrical system design, integration, testing, and repair, comfort with circuit schematics and wiring diagrams, and experience working in cross-functional engineering teams.

Will interns have the opportunity for a job offer at the end of the internship?

Yes, there is a possibility of receiving a job offer at the end of the internship based on performance.

What kind of project will interns work on during their time at Shield AI?

Interns will support flight critical avionics, contribute to new avionics architectures, help debug and resolve hardware issues, deliver novel autonomous features, and support aircraft flight operations and data review.

Is this internship an equal opportunity position?

Yes, Shield AI is committed to being an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

What kind of mentoring can interns expect during the program?

Interns will receive hands-on mentorship, allowing them to grow their skills and contribute meaningfully to the company's mission and projects.

What locations does Shield AI operate in?

Shield AI has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC, and internationally.

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Shield AI

Building the World's Best AI Pilot

Technology
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Shield AI is building the world's best AI Pilot. Shield AI is an artificial intelligence company founded in 2015 with the mission to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The company’s Hivemind autonomy stack is the first and only autonomous AI Pilot, deployed in combat since 2018. Hivemind enables intelligent teams of aircraft to perform missions ranging from room clearance, to penetrating air defense systems, and dogfighting F-16s. Backed by top-tier Silicon Valley VC funds, Shield AI has established itself as the leader in AI for aviation. Shield AI has been named to Forbes’ AI 50 and Best Startups lists, CB Insights Top 100 AI Companies, and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. The company has offices and facilities in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C. and Abu Dhabi.

Culture & Values

  • Do what honor dictates

  • Live as a servant leader.

  • Pursue excellence.