Summer Intern, Software Engineering

LTA Research and Exploration, an aerospace start-up, is seeking a motivated Software Intern to help build a revolutionary ‘lighter than air’ flight vehicle. You will be part of a dynamic engineering and design team to learn concepts of software development planning, conceptualizing, rapid prototyping, software design and development, testing, verification-validations while implementing innovative solutions for the design, fabrication, and assembly of large experimental flight vehicles. We believe in fast-cycle development and approach to flight systems development with the motto "build a little, test a little, learn a lot". This unique position allows hands-on learning and applying through all phases of development, from concept to flight of an experimental aerospace vehicle.

We are seeking a high energy, passionate Software Intern to learn and further the development of software for various systems as well as actively test and validate rapidly developed software on the Airship.

Job Responsibilities:

Learn & Support:

• planning activity of the software development

• Software Requirements capture

• Design and Development of software in conjunction with other systems

• testing to Verify & Validate concept, repeatability and reliability on the Airship.

• the development of Flight Simulator software

• creating documentation through various development phases and test reports

• Learn Software Development Tools and Software Configuration Management Tools

  
  

Learn & Apply

• Principles of Software Coding-Implementation in C, C++, Python, Scripting, etc.

• Software Processes and Industry Best Practices

• working as an Individual Contributor as well as working in a team environment

• Support Software Engineering team-members and related activities as and when required

Qualifications

•  Junior or Senior year of BS in computer science, computer engineering or related field

• Hands-on experience with one or more languages e.g. C, C++, Python, scripting, etc.

• Hands-on experience with project design and development

• Strong desire to understand and solve engineering problems

Preferred Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and apply various concepts of software engineering development

• Detail oriented and well organized with good communication skills

• Self-Starter as well as a Team player, with a can-do attitude and a zeal to learn

What We Offer!

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~75% for dependents)

• Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance

• Parental leave

• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays

• Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions

• Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride

• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields

$28 - $33 an hour

LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. We celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission, we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.

Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.

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.