Engineering Intern - Space and Missile Defense

Wardstone is a space defense‑tech startup building next‑generation systems to protect the United States and its allies from advanced missile threats. We design, build, and test both ground and space‑based hardware. We’re looking for engineering interns from top schools who want to work on real‑world systems from concept to testing. What You’ll Work On Physics‑based simulation and modeling (orbital mechanics, intercept dynamics, guidance & control) Hardware prototyping and testing (mechanical, electrical, propulsion, sensing) Embedded software, controls, or autonomy Sensor systems (IR / EO), perception, and tracking Data analysis from test campaigns System‑level trade studies and design reviews Interns are treated as engineers. Your work will directly with founders and full‑time engineers, influence flight hardware, simulations, and participate in field tests. Who We’re Looking For Currently pursuing a degree in engineering, physics, or a related technical field (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Robotics, Computer Science, Physics) Demonstrated delivery on previous extracurricular engineering projectsCurious, self‑directed, and motivated by real‑world impact MATLAB or Python for modeling and data analytics

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Bonus Points For Experience With Controls, GNC, or orbital mechanics Embedded systems or hardware bring‑up IR sensors, computer vision, or signal processing Hands‑on lab, shop, or field testing experience Why Wardstone Work on problems that matter at the national security level Direct mentorship from founders and full‑time engineers Exposure to the full engineering lifecycle from concept to testing Fast pace, high ownership, minimal bureaucracy Competitive compensation for interns #J-18808-Ljbffr Wardstone