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System Engineering Intern - Space Technologies

AeroVironment
ABQ AFB, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Apr 2026

About the role

Worker Type

Supplemental


Job Description

 

At AV, we firmly believe that all internships are not created equal. Our summer internship program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. AV is seeking a Systems Engineering intern to support multiple efforts within the Space Technologies business unit. The business unit has been developing the techniques, systems, subsystems, and design elements required to implement high reliability opto-mechanical and electrical space systems and components. The Systems Engineering intern is a key member of an integrated team operating in a very dynamic environment.

The candidate will work across engineering disciplines to support our Systems Engineering team with requirements capture, analysis, and derivation. The candidate will also assist our Systems Engineering team with implementing Model-Based Product Line and Systems Engineering (MBPLE and MBSE) practices for our core product lines.

Unlike other internship programs, we strive to provide an enriching full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills. Our program is highly selective, hosting only a handful of interns each year, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members.

Qualifications: 

Currently pursuing an engineering degree from an accredited university 
Exposure to mechanical, electrical, software, firmware, or optical design

Due to the nature of this position, U.S. Citizenship is required


Desired Skills:

Demonstrated leadership experience through school or extracurricular projects

Strong technical documentation skills

Strong ability to work in teams and collaborate with peers and internal customers
Strong analytical skills – comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative data
Ability to learn new processes quickly
Active listener and persistently curious
Effective communication skills; comfortable working in a team environment; high energy and desire to learn.


Clearance Level

 

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$0 - $0

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our te

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