What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computer/Robotics Engineering Internship position at AEVEX Aerospace?
Job Description
Job Description
The AEVEX Navigation and Autonomy Center (NAC) specializes in algorithm development for autonomous systems, focusing on sensor fusion, computer vision, and PNT (Position, Navigation, and Timing) technologies to enable robust navigation in GPS-degraded and GPS-denied environments. We develop innovative solutions that merge information from vision-based algorithms, inertial measurement units (IMUs), LiDAR, radar, and other sensors to provide accurate real-time state estimation for autonomous platforms operating in complex environments.
We are seeking a highly motivated engineering student to join our team for the summer. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and development in robotics, autonomous navigation, and sensor fusion. You will contribute to real-world projects, applying your skills in algorithm design, machine learning, and embedded systems to enhance autonomy in challenging conditions.
Essential Functions
- Develop and implement computer vision-based localization, SLAM, or deep learning models for real-time navigation.
- Assist in integrating data from cameras, IMUs, GNSS, and alternative PNT sources for sensor fusion applications.
- Optimize and deploy navigation algorithms for embedded systems, robotics platforms, or edge computing hardware.
- Perform simulation and validation of navigation algorithms using Python, C , or Rust
- Contribute to data collection, testing, and analysis for autonomous vehicle navigation in simulated and real-world environments.
- Work closely with senior engineers on research and prototyping efforts.
Standard Essential Functions
Qualifications and Competencies
Computer vision and deep learning frameworks (OpenCV, PyTorch, TensorFlow).
Education / Certifications
Experience
Physical Requirements
Security Clearance
About AEVEX Aerospace
AEVEX Aerospace, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity :
AEVEX Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
