Sensor Fusion - Defense Intern

Overview

Hexagon's Autonomy & Positioning division is looking for an enthusiastic Sensor Fusion - Defence Intern to join our high-tech engineering and manufacturing company for the period of May 04, 2026 to May 3, 2027. To support our focus on delivering high quality products, we are looking for an enthusiastic internship student to add to our Aerospace & Defence team. This role will work closely with the industry experts in the group to do hands on investigation and testing of different technologies and ideas. Working with our experienced team of engineers you will gain valuable experience in sensor fusion positioning technologies.

The Location: Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is worked on-site and is based in Calgary, AB.

Responsibilities

As an Sensor Fusion - Defence Intern, responsibilities include:

• Investigate and learn to use and integrate different sensors
• Setup tests, collect data, and assist in the analysis; this will include physical test setup and execution in test vehicles
• Develop graphing or other analysis tools
• Develop and test features in defence firmware
• Write clear test reports and presentations

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Registered in the Engineering Internship/Co-op program and have completed your 3rd year of studies by the start of your work term
• Enrolled in Electrical, Geomatics or Computer Engineering at an accredited post secondary institution
• Available for a minimum 12 month work term, 37.5 hours a week
• Strong academic credentials
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong debugging and problem solving skills

Key Success Factors:

• Able to work in a collaborative team environment
• Confident Self-starter
• Detail oriented and able to follow complex instructions with a “first-time right” attitude
• Motivated by challenging work
• Comfortable working individually but know when to ask for help

Nice-to-Have:

• C++, Matlab, Python, or other scripting languages
• Basic GNSS understanding
• Hands on experience using lab equipment, like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and data logging programs

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications for this role? Let us decide! At Hexagon, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you’re excited about the opportunities this role could bring, we encourage you to apply. For any questions about the role or our company, please email our team at hrrecruitingteam.ap@hexagon.com and we will be pleased to follow up with you. Please do not send cover letters or resumes to this address.

The Company: Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications. You’ll be joining over 24,000 people in 50 countries on the leading edge of your field.

This job posting closes on September 28, 2026.