About the role#
We are looking for an intern to join our team for the summer of 2027. You will work on real projects, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to our autonomous systems. This is a full-time, 12-week, on-site internship based in Costa Mesa, California.
What you'll do#
- Use principles of control theory, applied physics, and applied mathematics to design GNC solutions for our autonomous systems.
- Design, build, and test GNC control laws in vehicle management system software.
- Build vehicle simulation models to inform design trades, assess system capabilities, and establish system margins.
- Contribute to the development of new capabilities to enhance existing products.
- Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Must be returning to school at the end of the internship to continue academic studies for at least one quarter or semester.
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities. U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on the program.
- Ability to complete the full 12-week, in-person internship in summer 2027.
- Experience in digital control systems, linear and nonlinear dynamics systems.
- Experience in state estimation, such as Kalman filters or extended Kalman filters.
- Proficiency in Matlab and Simulink.
- A desire to work on GNC solutions that have real-world impact.
Location & details#
- Location: Costa Mesa, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company develops technology for national security, defense, and artificial intelligence applications. It maintains a presence in multiple locations including Orange County, Washington DC, Seattle, Boston, Atlanta, London, and Sydney. The organization employs over 8,000 people.
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