Summer Intern – Drone Test & Evaluation Internship 

Job Location: Utica, NY

Salary $22.00/hr

Are you passionate about drone technology and eager to gain real-world experience?  If so, we would like you to consider joining our Test & Evaluation Team here at Black River Systems Co., Inc. this summer and work hands-on with the latest drone technology. 

Black River Systems is an established research-oriented engineering firm headquartered in Utica, NY, and we are looking for a Summer Intern – to help research cutting edge drone technology, evaluate system performance, and participate in flight testing operations.  This is a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a fast-growing and innovative field. 

Position Responsibilities: 

  • Research emerging drone technologies 
  • Assist in evaluating and testing new drone platforms 
  • Participate in flight operations 
  • Collect and analyze performance data 
  • Contribute to technical documentation and reports 

Position Requirements: 

  • Must have at least one year of college completed at an accredited school. 
  • Familiarity with drones and flight operations 
  • Solid communication, documentation, and collaborative/teamwork skills. 
  • FAA Part 107 certification is a plus 
  • US citizenship – must be eligible for a Department of Defense security clearance 

  

Black River Systems is a growing employee-owned company committed to advancing our employees’ quality of life on the job.  We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.  We are looking for an exceptional employee with strong technical skills and a personality suited to the small business environment.  If you feel you qualify, please send your resume to hr@brsc.com.  

  

Black River Systems is an EEO/AA employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal law.  In addition, Black River Systems Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities and employees.