Drone Systems Engineering Intern at Planned… · Valparaiso

Summary: Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company focused on delivering innovative software solutions for Federal Government organizations. They are seeking a Drone Systems Engineering Intern to support the development of a next-generation modular drone system, providing hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical subsystem design, rapid prototyping, and compliance research. Responsibilities: - Assist in the mechanical and/or electrical subsystem design using CAD or PCB tools (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, KiCAD, etc.) - Support rapid prototyping efforts (e.g., 3D printing, breadboarding, sensor integration) - Participate in system integration and bench testing, including hardware debug and sensor calibration - Contribute to documentation efforts, including design logs, test procedures, and BOM tracking - Collaborate in agile development meetings and contribute to sprint tasks - Conduct research on FAA/regulatory compliance topics as they relate to small UAVs Required Qualifications: - Enrolled in a college undergraduate program - Basic experience with mechanical or electrical CAD tools - Exposure to embedded systems or programming (e.g., Arduino, STM32, ESP32) - Familiarity with common communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C) - Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ is a plus - Interest in drones, autonomous systems, and rapid hardware development - Must have successfully completed one year of an accredited university/college with salient courseware to support meaningful contributions to systems engineering requirements for project Preferred Qualifications: - Majors such as Mechanical Engineering are preferred Required Skills: Mechanical CAD, Electrical CAD, Embedded Systems, Programming - Arduino, Programming - STM32, Programming - ESP32, Communication Protocols - UART, Communication Protocols - SPI, Communication Protocols - I2C, Python, MATLAB, C/C++, Rapid Prototyping, Hardware Debug, Sensor Calibration Benefits: Paid leave, Employer sponsored group medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term and long-term disability, Life insurance, AD&D coverage, Legal services, Identity theft, Accident insurance, Flexible spending account, Health saving account options, 401(k) retirement plan, Employer contribution match, Professional courses, Certifications, Tuition reimbursement programs