Software Test Engineer Intern

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Job Description

We are seeking a Software Test Engineer Intern to support the development integration and testing of missioncritical systems. This role involves assisting with software test planning implementing and executing automated and manual tests at both component and system levels and supporting performance reliability and regression testing activities. The intern will analyze test results troubleshoot software and integration issues and work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams in an agile development environment.

Responsibilities:
Assist in developing test plans test cases and test procedures for new and existing software features
Execute manual and automated tests for unit integration system and regression testing
Help develop and maintain automated test scripts (e.g. in Labview Python Java or similar languages)
Set up and configure test environments including software builds test data and tooling
Analyze test results log defects and collaborate with developers to reproduce and resolve issues
Participate in code and test reviews contributing to continuous improvement of test coverage and quality
Document test procedures results and configurations to ensure repeatability and traceability
Support integration testing with hardware in the loop (HIL) or simulated environments

Qualifications:
Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Computer Engineering or a related field
Entering senior year following the summer internship
Familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g. LabviewPython C Java) and basic software development practices (version control debugging)
Understanding of basic software testing concepts (unit testing integration testing test cases test automation)
Comfort working with common development and testing tools (e.g. Git issue tracking systems IDEs)
Strong analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail in test design and defect reporting

Clearance Level

The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the location the role and associated responsibilities a candidates 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 AeroVironments determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironments 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: also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isnt for everyone. We hire the curious the relentless the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We dont just build defense technologywe redefine whats 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 technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonianbut were not building history were building whats next.

If youre ready to build technology that matterswith speed scale and purposetheres no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans. AeroVironment Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability protected veteran status genetic datasexual orientation gender identity or other legally protected status.

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