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What this role is
Join AeroVironment's Test Equipment Engineering Team as an electrical engineering intern for a 12-week paid summer program designing and testing electrical systems for unmanned aircraft and robotics. You'll work hands-on with experienced engineers on power systems, circuit boards, and test equipment while developing real-world skills in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
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What they ask for
Required
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Academic or personal project experience in power electronics, battery systems, electric motors, embedded systems, FPGA, RF systems, or digital/analog circuit design
- Familiarity with electrical protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, CAN, or LVDS
- Basic programming knowledge in C, C++, or C#
- Exposure to test equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power supplies
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- U.S. person status under ITAR/EAR regulations
Nice to have
- Hands-on experience with PCB testing, debugging, or electronics prototyping
- Exposure to Visual Studio, Git, or hardware/software integration environments
- Familiarity with version control and defect tracking tools
- Experience with scripting or automation for test procedures such as Python
- Passion for aerospace, robotics, or defense-related systems
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and willingness to learn
- Ability to manage time effectively and adapt in a fast-paced team environment