Role Overview
Interns will support a range of activities related to UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) hardware, software, and systems development. Applicants may contribute to any of the following areas, depending on their skills and comfort level:
Primary Responsibilities
- Designing and testing UAV hardware, including airframes, sensors, and propulsion systems
- Developing and integrating flight-control software and navigation systems for ground, water, and airborne platforms
- Assisting with the design and integration of electronic components such as GPS, IMUs, and LiDAR sensors
- Contributing to product development for drone peripheral equipment, including proposing new features and system improvements
- Working with drone-specific software frameworks such as PX4, ArduPilot, or ROS (Robot Operating System)
Additional Opportunities (Depending on Skill Level)
Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers
Interns may work with embedded systems that control UAV operations, including motor control, sensors, cameras, and communication modules. Tasks may involve microcontrollers such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or specialized flight-control chips. Programming in languages such as C or C++ may be involved.
Sensors and Control Systems
The role may include work with both proprietary and industry-standard sensors. This can involve sensor integration, real-time data processing, control-theory applications (including PID control), and system calibration for optimal flight performance. Integration of GPS/INS, cameras, and other sensor systems is a core task.
Wireless Communication and Networking
Interns may support work involving wireless communication protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and cellular networks. Exposure to long-range communication technologies such as LTE, 5G, or satellite systems (including Starlink) is possible, especially for BVLOS and over-the-horizon operations.
Power Systems and Battery Management
Work may include support in designing or testing UAV power systems, understanding battery technologies, power distribution, voltage regulation, power-conversion systems, and battery-management systems (BMS). Interns may also help evaluate how to balance weight, efficiency, and flight duration.
