Intern, Environment Aircraft-Technology Development Test Integrator-Flight Control (Summer 2026)

What are your contributions to the team?

• As part of your position, you will be called upon to:

  • Program and execute simulated flights and flight maneuvers using the autopilot and hand console and operate the flight simulator during testing.
  • Ensure the application of the simulated aerodynamic load profile on the flight control surfaces using the load control system. Design and deploy these aerodynamic load profiles according to the requirements for each test.
  • Ensure sensor calibration and recording of flight data and sensors using the data acquisition system
  • Perform the processing, reduction, cross-referencing and synchronization of data from the various on-board flight recorders and the data acquisition system.
  • Actively collaborate with the flight test team to maintain the synchronization of on-board system configurations between the flight test drones and the ISTR, reproduce failures and flight conditions.
  • Design, fabricate and install test subsystems (hardware and software) to support the problem-solving process and test execution in accordance with requirements.
  • Actively participate in the design of the fault injection system in the experimental flight controller and servo controls.
  • Maintain the ISTR logbook, write test procedures, checklists and test reports.
  • Actively participate in the design of the interface with a reconfigurable full-scale flight simulator to support the first studies of pilot inputs in control laws.
  • Maintain all systems (hardware and software) and deploy configuration changes

How to thrive in this role?

• As an ideal candidate, you...

  • … are enrolled in a university program in electrical, mechanical or aerospace engineering.
  • … have a basic knowledge of conventional aircraft flight dynamics and flight control operation such as ailerons, fins, elevator, slats, flaps, etc.
  • … have previously completed a college technical program in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering or are a graduate of the École National d'Aérotechnique.
  • … are rigorous in planning, executing and documenting tasks.
  • … are highly motivated, curious, autonomous and versatile.
  • … are comfortable using many hand tools to install mechanical parts, modify electrical wiring, connectors, circuit boards, etc.
  • … are comfortable using many laboratory instruments and equipment such as sensors, oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.
  • … have a good command of French and English
  • … have a general knowledge of Matlab, Labview, CATIA V5 and have an ease learning how to use new software.
  • … have a basic knowledge of C++, Python, Arduino programming.