Reliable Robotics Corporation
Flight Software Engineer (Summer 2026 Internship)
Be an Early Applicant
Interns will work on designing, developing, and testing flight software for safety-critical systems, collaborating with senior engineers and owning projects.
We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer, more convenient and fundamentally transformative to the way goods — and eventually people — move around the planet. We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make this future a reality.
Reliable Robotics has year-round internship opportunities for students pursuing a degree in computer science, electrical/computer engineering, robotics or a similar field of study. Successful candidates will work alongside senior engineers to design, develop and test production systems.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of software projects from design through implementation and test
- Implement elegant flight software for sensors, control systems, actuators, telemetry, fault handling and other vehicle subsystems
- Develop and enhance the software simulation framework that accelerates testing of safety-critical systems
- Work with peers to establish requirements for software
- Participate in peer review of system requirements, architecture, and software
- Plan and execute end-to-end system tests in simulation, on flight hardware in the lab, and in the air
Basic Success Criteria
- In-progress college degree in computer science, electrical/computer engineering, or similar
- Experience with C/C++
Preferred Success Criteria
- Understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, and networking
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
Learn more about the internship experience at Reliable Robotics from former interns: link
The location of the position is in Mountain View, CA. No travel is required. The estimated annualized salary for this position is $120,000.
This position requires access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls. An offer of employment will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to perform in compliance with U.S. export control laws.
All applicants are asked to provide documentation that legally establishes status as a U.S. person or non-U.S. person (and nationalities in the case of a non-U.S. person). Where the applicant is not a U.S. person, meaning not a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or not otherwise permitted to access the export-controlled technology without U.S. government authorization, the Company reserves the right not to apply for an export license for such applicants whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code requires authorization and may decline to proceed with the application process and any offer of employment on that basis.
At Reliable Robotics, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, ancestry, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical conditions, national origin, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment and promotion is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]
Top Skills
C/C++
Similar Jobs
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • HR Tech • Information Technology • Productivity • Software • Automation
The Naming Director leads the global naming practice at ServiceNow, ensuring branding consistency across all products and collaborating with various departments to make naming decisions.
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • HR Tech • Information Technology • Productivity • Software • Automation
The Creative Director will lead campaign design and execution to build the brand, using digital-first strategies and cross-functional collaboration while mentoring junior creatives.
Top Skills:
Adobe Creative Cloud
Consumer Web • Digital Media • Edtech • Information Technology • Social Impact • Software
The Staff Software Engineer will design, build, and test major software components, lead technical projects, mentor teams, and collaborate closely with product and design to develop innovative solutions.
Top Skills:
AnsibleAWSChromaticCircleCIDatadogElasticsearchJenkinsJestPostgresReactRedisRspecRuby On RailsStorybookTerraformTypescript
What you need to know about the Los Angeles Tech Scene
Los Angeles is a global leader in entertainment, so it’s no surprise that many of the biggest players in streaming, digital media and game development call the city home. But the city boasts plenty of non-entertainment innovation as well, with tech companies spanning verticals like AI, fintech, e-commerce and biotech. With major universities like Caltech, UCLA, USC and the nearby UC Irvine, the city has a steady supply of top-flight tech and engineering talent — not counting the graduates flocking to Los Angeles from across the world to enjoy its beaches, culture and year-round temperate climate.
Key Facts About Los Angeles Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 375,800; 5.5% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Snap, Netflix, SpaceX, Disney, Google
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, adtech, media, software, game development
- Funding Landscape: $11.6 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Strong Ventures, Fifth Wall, Upfront Ventures, Mucker Capital, Kittyhawk Ventures
- Research Centers and Universities: California Institute of Technology, UCLA, University of Southern California, UC Irvine, Pepperdine, California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy, Center for Quantum Science and Engineering
