Software Engineering Intern – Flight Software
Heart Aerospace
Software Engineering Intern – Flight Software
Heart Aerospace
Posted 5 days ago
Internship
Torrance, California
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Smart Summary
As a Flight Software Intern, you will support the full lifecycle of the software for the ES-30 aircraft. This includes developing software requirements, writing embedded code, building tests, and collaborating with multi-functional engineering teams.
We are seeking a Flight Software Intern to support the software lifecycle of the ES-30 aircraft. The ideal candidate will be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, and should have experience with coding in Rust, Python, C, or C++. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Software Development
Embedded Systems
C
C++
Python
Rust
Simulation Tools
Testing
Documentation
Collaboration
Aerospace Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Fault-Tolerant Systems
Hardware Integration
Real-Time Operating Systems
System Architecture
Job Description
At Heart Aerospace, we’re building the ES-30, a groundbreaking regional hybrid-electric airplane designed to carry 30 passengers with zero-emission capability up to 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Our goal: achieve type certification by the end of the decade and shape the future of sustainable aviation.
Your Mission
As a Flight Software Intern, you’ll support the full lifecycle of the software that powers the ES-30 aircraft. You will work closely with experienced engineers to:
- Develop and refine software requirements.
- Write high-quality, reliable embedded code.
- Build tests, test infrastructure, and simulation tools.
- Support documentation and verification processes.
- Collaborate across a multi-functional engineering teams.
- Contribute to the foundations of next-gen flight software, including:
- Aircraft control functions
- Simulation models and flight dynamics
- Fault-tolerant system behaviors
- Hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop test systems
This internship is designed for students who want hands-on experience shaping the future of electric aviation while working alongside industry experts.
You’re a Great Fit If You Are:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Passionate about aviation, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology.
- Writing code with an emphasis but not limited to Rust, Python, C, or C++.
- A strong communicator with solid teamwork skills.
- Excited to learn how modern aircraft software is designed, tested, and certified.
Nice-to-Have Skills (Not Required)
If you have any of these, that’s a bonus — but not expected for interns!
- Exposure to embedded systems, microcontrollers, or real-time operating systems.
- Project or internship experience with hardware-software integration, system level testing and CI/CD.
- Familiarity with modeling or simulation tools (e.g., 6-DoF simulators, battery models).
- Interest in system architecture, safety-critical design, or fault-tolerant software.
Why Join Heart Aerospace?
- Be part of a mission-driven team revolutionizing aviation.
- Gain real-world experience building software for a certifiable aircraft.
- Work with cutting-edge tools, simulations, and embedded platforms.
- Learn from engineers working on one of the most advanced electric aircraft programs in the world.
Heart Aerospace
Heart Aerospace has a clear mission. We work to decarbonize and democratize air travel. We believe in electrification. Not only to bring down emissions and build a sustainable future, but to make flying accessible for the many, around the world. Electric planes are cheaper to operate and can unlock convenient and effective regional traveling, a market that today is restricted by the difficulty of making a sustainable profit. Our mission is about taking electrification to the skies, helping our customers build their businesses, and the traveling public to access an amazing and sustainable service.
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