Exail is the leading industrial player in high-tech solutions for the civil and defence sectors
The Belgian division – Exail Robotics Belgium – develops underwater drones that detect, identify, and destroy mines. Thanks to our innovative concept, which our clients such as the Belgian and Dutch navies will use, we can significantly reduce the risks involved in defusing mines. These technologies are safer and faster than traditional manners.
Would you like to help in making our seas safer? Join our crew and apply for one of our vacancies!
We are seeking a motivated engineering intern to help us standardise a robust calibration procedure for the magnetic compass integrated in our drone platforms. Accurate compass calibration is critical for reliable navigation, heading estimation and safety. Your work will directly contribute to improved system performance and operational consistency across our AUV fleet.
Key Responsibilities
Analyse existing calibration methods currently used in our drone systems and identify sources of inconsistency or drift.
Conduct practical calibration experiments on real hardware, including drones, sensor modules, and testbenches.
Develop testing procedures and validation metrics to evaluate calibration accuracy under various electromagnetic and environmental conditions.
Design and document a standardised calibration workflow suitable for manufacturing, field operations, and maintenance scenarios.
Prepare clear technical documentation, including process guidelines and operator instructions.
Your profile
You will join the Industrialisation and Systems Engineering Department at Exail in Ostend. A minimum internship duration of three months is required, starting as soon as possible. You will contribute on-site in Ostend throughout the entire internship period.
Currently pursuing a degree in Electronics, Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Understanding of IMU sensors, magnetometers and the maths behind.
Familiarity with embedded systems.
Experience with Python, C/C++, or MATLAB for data analysis and prototyping.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and document work clearly.
What we offer
Real-world challenges in AUV sensor calibration and electromagnetic interference mitigation.
Hands-on experience with drones and calibration tooling.
Best practices for standardising engineering processes within a production environment.
Cross-functional collaboration within an R&D engineering team.
Practical experience in an international technology environment.
Guidance from experienced professionals and subject matter experts.
The opportunity to contribute to innovative projects with social and technological impact.
Apply today and join our team as an engineering intern. Together, we ensure our underwater technologies are efficient, reliable, and mission-ready for demanding maritime applications.
Exail is a leading high-tech industrial company specializing in cutting-edge robotics, maritime, navigation, aerospace and photonics technologies. With a strong entrepreneurial culture, Exail delivers unrivaled performance, reliability and safety to its civil and defense clients operating in severe environments. From the deep sea to outer space, Exail expands their capabilities with a full range of robust in-house manufactured components, products and systems. Employing a workforce of 1500 people worldwide, the company benefits from a global footprint and conducts its business in over 80 countries.
Exail was formed by ECA Group and iXblue joining forces in 2022. It is a subsidiary of Exail Technologies, a family-owned company specialized in high-technology.
