ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Avionics Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Western Aircraft

Avionics Internship - SkillBridge

Boise, ID · On-site

$27.25 - $35.75/hr

During the Avionics Internship, interns will work up to 40 hours per week while they receive ... The intern is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from ...

Western Aircraft

Avionics Internship - SkillBridge

Boise, ID · On-site

$27.25 - $35.75/hr

During the Avionics Internship, interns will work up to 40 hours per week while they receive ... The intern is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsTravel JobsAviation JobsAvionics Intern Jobs

Avionics Intern information

See salary details

$8

$17

$24

How much do avionics intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for avionics intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an avionics intern?

An Avionics Intern assists engineers and technicians in designing, testing, and maintaining aircraft electronic systems. Responsibilities may include troubleshooting avionics equipment, conducting system analyses, and supporting software or hardware integration. Interns gain hands-on experience with communication, navigation, and flight control systems while working under professional supervision. This role provides valuable industry exposure and helps develop technical skills essential for a career in avionics engineering.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on as an avionics intern?

As an Avionics Intern, you will likely assist with tasks such as testing and troubleshooting electronic aircraft systems, creating or updating schematics, supporting system installations, and helping document processes or results. You may also participate in hands-on lab work, attend team meetings, and collaborate closely with experienced engineers on project-based assignments. This role offers the opportunity to gain practical experience in avionics while developing both your technical and problem-solving skills. Interns are encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and seek mentorship, which can be valuable for future career advancement in the aerospace industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an avionics intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Avionics Intern, you need a strong background in electrical engineering principles, basic understanding of aircraft systems, and enrollment in a relevant degree program. Familiarity with electronic testing equipment, schematic reading, CAD software, and industry standards such as DO-178C is helpful. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with engineers and technicians are important soft skills. These abilities ensure that interns can successfully support avionics projects, contribute to safe system designs, and integrate well with technical teams.

More about Avionics Intern jobs

What cities are hiring for Avionics Intern jobs?

Cities with the most Avionics Intern job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of Avionics jobs?

The most popular types of Avionics jobs are:

What states have the most Avionics Intern jobs?

States with the most job openings for Avionics Intern jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Avionics Intern jobs?

For Avionics Intern jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Avionics Intern jobs near you
Infographic showing various Avionics Intern job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 19% Internship, 65% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 75% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.

Avionics Engineering Intern Summer 2027

Long Beach, CA • On-site

Rocket Lab Corporation
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Rocket Lab Corporationexternal

$28/hr

Full-time, Temporary, Internship

Posted 3 days ago

New

Rocket Lab rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

As an Avionics Engineering Intern based at Rocket Lab's site in Long Beach, California, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the future architecture of Avionics, performing hardware development for the next generation of electronics across the rocket, executing test campaigns to validate hardware, or generating new production assets to accelerate our rocket build rate. This team is a hardware development group within Neutron Avionics, focusing primarily on the Archimedes engine and destruct system hardware used within the Flight Safety System. 

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO 

  • As an intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally 

  • Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges 

  • Attend frequent 1:1's with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates 

  • Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events 

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS 

Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in small, high-performing teams that are focused on continued learning and growth. Success in this position will be measured by the knowledge and experience you bring to the role, your ability to lead development projects without supervision, and your ability to successfully collaborate across teams to deliver results. 

  • Must be enrolled in a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree program in an engineering, physics or math discipline and have at least one semester of school remaining post internship 

  • GPA of 3.0 or above 

  • 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable) 

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE 

  • GPA of 3.5 or above 

  • 6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable) 

  • Computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/ CAM) experience 

  • Python experience 

  • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) experience  

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience  

  • Experience with ANSYS, Siemens NX, and Altium 

  • Experience designing/buildling with electrical or electromechnical hardware 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning May or June 2027 

COMPENSATION AND OTHER BENEFITS 

  • Pay Range CA: $28.00 USD Hourly 

  • You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs 

What Rocket Lab employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply