Verification and Validation Engineer Intern

Advanced Navigation is the world’s most determined innovator in AI robotics and navigation technologies across land, air, sea and space applications. Founded on a culture of research and discovery, Advanced Navigation's mission is to be the catalyst of the autonomy revolution. Fields of expertise include artificial intelligence, underwater sonar, GNSS, radio frequency systems, inertial sensors, robotics, quantum sensors and photonics. 

Today, Advanced Navigation is a supplier to some of the world's largest companies, including Airbus, Boeing, Google, Tesla, NASA, Apple, and General Motors. Discover it for yourself: https://youtu.be/F7uAqs1gtuk

About the role

This internship offers hands-on experience with product verification, validation, and Inertial Navigation System (INS) devices. Working closely with experienced engineers, you will assist in various stages of product testing; from equipment setup and field testing to data analysis and supporting external test houses. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates eager to apply their academic knowledge in a dynamic engineering environment. This role is an initial 3-month contract from approximately December through to February, with potential for extension.

Roles and responsibilities

• Design test plans and execute field tests by operating INS devices and test vehicles to collect performance data.
• Install, configure, and maintain testing environments, including lab setups, moving platforms, and specialized equipment.
• Coordinate with external test houses by preparing devices under test (DUTs) and supporting formal compliance testing.
• Analyze verification test data against design specifications using scripts and analysis tools.
• Develop test automation tools and processes to improve field testing efficiency.
• Actively participate in technical discussions, adhere to testing protocols, and learn verification methodologies from senior engineers.

Qualifications, skills and experience

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's/Master's in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
• Strong interest in product testing, verification methodologies, and INS.
• Exposure to scripting languages (e.g., Python) or data analysis tools.
• Basic understanding of electronics, sensors, vehicle systems, and lab equipment setup.
• Valid driver's license required for field testing.
• Strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and an eagerness to learn.
• Nice to have: mechanical/electrical design experience, or previous exposure to compliance testing.

Key projects and tasks

• Execute product validation field tests and data analysis
• Support new product verification and validation through in-house testing
• Design test plans for verification and validation campaigns
• Assist and support external test houses with compliance testing of products
• Update and improve upon internal tools used by team