About the role#
Zipline is looking for an engineering intern to join the Systems Modeling team. You will work on high-level design trades and develop the computational tools that drive architectural decisions for our aircraft and logistics fleet. This role involves translating complex technical questions into engineering models to optimize vehicle performance.
What you'll do#
- Develop computational tools to automate design trades, optimizations, and sensitivity studies.
- Improve the performance and flexibility of our simulation frameworks.
- Build physics-based models that support aircraft performance simulations.
- Analyze test data to validate vehicle component models.
- Translate system-level problem statements into rigorous engineering solutions.
What you'll need#
- A basic understanding of fundamental physics, including energy, heat transfer, circuits, dynamics, and aerodynamics.
- Expertise in Matlab, Python, Julia, Rust, or similar languages for modeling and simulation.
- Proficiency in numerical methods.
- The ability to recognize tradeoffs in complex design frameworks.
- A drive to tackle challenging multidisciplinary problems.
- Pursuing a degree in Physics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
Location & details#
- Location: South San Francisco, California, USA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Zipline
Zipline operates an automated delivery system using robotics and autonomous technology. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on logistics and supply chain services for healthcare and retail sectors. It is based in South San Francisco and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The organization provides delivery networks for medical supplies and consumer goods across multiple countries.
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