Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2025) (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2024-11-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HMD31: Annapolis, MD 2551 Riva Road , Annapolis, MD, 21401-7435 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

This role is responsible for working alongside the software development team and system engineers to produce software that interfaces directly or indirectly with avionics hardware. Interns in this role will benefit greatly from having basic systems engineering experience to help them understand the different software and hardware components required to support customers. Interns in this role are expected to be able to complete moderately complex software tasks under the guidance of senior peers.

What You Will Do:

Responsible for performing the following software development and integration efforts in an avionics environment:

• Full-stack web application development (Python + Flask, PostgreSQL, JS)
• Supporting aircraft communications using ground-to-air and air-to-ground software applications
• Object-oriented programming (C++ primarily)
• Avionics integration, which often requires reading manuals/schematics
• Testing and evaluating software, (unit tests, CI/CD, and/or by hand)
   

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with networks programming (TCP/IP, UDP)
• Ability to adapt to change, determined to accomplish tasks based on program schedule, collaborate with teammates in order to make the best decisions, enjoy learning new technologies, be self-motivated and contribute to a positive work environment
• Experience with requirements gathering and technical writing
• Experience with one or more of the following: (listed in order of preference)
  • C++ (Qt 5/6, wxWidgets, Boost)
  • SQL (PostgreSQL , Oracle)
  • Docker (including Compose)
  • Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Our Connected Aviation Solutions team provides advanced information management systems, products and services that enable the connected ecosystem by bringing together Collins’ unique breadth of aviation, surface transportation and critical infrastructure products with our smart digital solutions to help us enhance every aspect of the end-to-end travel experience. We help airlines, airports, business aircraft and rail operators turn data into value to streamline operations, increase efficiency and reduce cost, enhance the passenger experience and contribute to sustainable flight. By combining the best networks, connectivity and data/analytics solutions, we’re solving big problems for our customers and the world, while enhancing the security and connectivity of systems both on and off the aircraft, to help operators and passengers stay more connected and informed and create a more sustainable, efficient, reliable and enjoyable travel experience. Aviation connects the world. Our Connected Aviation Solutions team connects aviation. Sustainably. Seamlessly. Securely. 

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

This position is eligible for relocation.

Must be a commutable distance to Annapolis, MD to work a hybrid schedule.

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determi