Engineering Intern
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Salary$4k – $8k
LocationEl Segundo, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentInternships
Company size19+ people
PostedJul 13, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live2d ago
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Currently pursuing a degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field, graduating December 2027 or later
Has built and delivered real projects, such as student rocketry, Formula SAE, robotics, research, or personal projects
Curious, self-directed, and motivated by real-world impact
Proficient in Python or MATLAB for modeling and data analysis
Experience with controls, GNC, or flight simulation
CAD, FEA, or CFD experience
Solid rocket motor experience or high-power rocketry certification (NAR or Tripoli)
Embedded systems, PCB design, or hardware bring-up
Signal processing or radar experience
Hands-on lab, shop, or field testing experience
Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)
Skills
Python
MATLAB
CAD
FEA
CFD
Embedded systems
PCB design
Signal processing
Overview
We’re looking for engineering interns who want to work on real hardware, from concept to test. You’ll join one of our engineering teams and work directly with the founders and full-time engineers on Hailstorm, our first interceptor.
Interns at Wardstone are treated as engineers. You’ll own real tasks, your work will affect flight hardware and simulations, and you’ll take part in tests.
What You’ll Work On
Depending on your background and interests, you may work on:
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Mechanical design, structural analysis, and building hardware and test fixtures.
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Solid rocket motor design, testing, and data analysis.
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Aerodynamic analysis, CFD, and building aerodynamic databases.
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Guidance, navigation, and control algorithms, and 6DOF simulation.
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Radar signal processing and target tracking.
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Avionics, including board design, bring-up, and testing.
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Manufacturing processes and production planning.
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Analysis of data from test campaigns.
Who We’re Looking For
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Currently pursuing a degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field, graduating [December 2027 or later].
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Has built and delivered real projects, such as student rocketry, Formula SAE, robotics, research, or personal projects.
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Curious, self-directed, and motivated by real-world impact.
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Proficient in Python or MATLAB for modeling and data analysis.
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Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual).
Bonus Points
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Experience with controls, GNC, or flight simulation.
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CAD, FEA, or CFD experience.
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Solid rocket motor experience or high-power rocketry certification (NAR or Tripoli).
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Embedded systems, PCB design, or hardware bring-up.
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Signal processing or radar experience.
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Hands-on lab, shop, or field testing experience.
Compensation
Benefits
The base pay range for this role is $34 – $36 per hour.
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