Software Engineering Intern (Mission Systems Software) - (Summer & Fall 2026)
Role summary
Hermeus, a high-speed aircraft manufacturer, is seeking Software Engineering Interns for its Ground & Communications Systems Software Team in Atlanta for Summer and Fall 2026. Interns will be responsible for software development, network management, and RF systems integration to handle communications between aircraft and ground control stations. The role requires hands-on experience in these areas, a strong understanding of engineering first principles, and the ability to work in cross-functional teams. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with a GPA of 3.0 or above and be a U.S. person due to export control compliance.
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.
Hermeus is seeking talented students with experience in software engineering to join our Ground & Communications Systems Software Team in Atlanta.
Summer: around 10 weeks (May - August)
Fall: Around 16 weeks (September - December)
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for handling communications between aircraft and ground control station. Includes writing software, managing network and interfacing with RF systems.
Minimum Requirements:
- Hands-on experience with writing software, managing networks and interfacing with RF systems.
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university (Undergraduate student or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program)
- Strong understanding of engineering first principles
- Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams
- Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus' mission
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- GPA of 3.0 or above
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.
- 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.