Internship (f/m/x) - Integration of navigation equipment into a drone Job Details

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Internship (f/m/x) - Integration of navigation equipment into a drone

Job Description

Req ID: 754

Place of work: Oberpfaffenhofen

Starting date: 1.5.2025

Career level: Student research project and final thesis

Type of employment: Full-time, Part time

Duration of contract: 31.10.2025

Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector - Federal Government (TVöD-Bund)

The DLR Institute of Communications and Navigation is dedicated to mission-oriented research in selected areas of communications and navigation. Its work ranges from the theoretical foundations to the demonstration of new procedures and systems in a real environment and is embedded in DLR's Space, Aeronautics, Transport, Security and Digitalization programmes.

Enter the fascinating world of the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) and help shape the future through research and innovation! We offer an exciting and inspiring working environment driven by the expertise and curiosity of our 11,000 employees from 100 nations and our unique infrastructure. Together, we develop sustainable technologies and thus contribute to finding solutions to global challenges. Would you like to join us in addressing this major future challenge? Then this is your place!

What to expect

To test these systems, the institute employs experimental Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) equipped with advanced sensor suites. By replicating real-world operational environments, the team can identify potential issues, validate system designs, and optimize navigation algorithms. To integrate different types and configurations of sensors into a new UAV, custom developments in terms of mechanical and electrical integration are required.

We offer a pleasant working atmosphere in a successful research and development group, state-of-the-art equipment and an environment with national and international corporations. Flexible working hours and an individual arrangement for mobile working are possible in our institute. If we have made you curious, we look forward to getting to know you!

Your tasks

•   3D/CAD Design for integration of sensors and components into an experimental UAV used in flight testing of new navigation systems
•   Basic circuit and PCB development (break-out boards, power distribution boards, sensor carrier boards)
•   Basic Python programming (optional)

Your profile

•   Bachelor or Master student in engineering (e.g. electrical engineering, mechanical engineering) or a similar related field
•   Knowledge in 3D CAD design and 3D printing
•   Basic experience circuit development and simple PCB design
•   Enthusiasm, motivation and creativity in solving practical engineering problems
•   Experience in Python programming is a plus

We offer

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees both personally and professionally. To this end, we offer numerous training and development opportunities. Equal opportunities are of particular importance to us, which is why we want to increase the proportion of women in science and management in particular. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are qualified.

We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 754) please contact:

Michael Meurer
Tel.: +49 8153 28 3065