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The Aerospace Corporation · 2 hours ago

2026 Emerging Missions Flight Dynamics Graduate Intern

Huntsville, AL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. They are seeking an Emerging Missions Flight Dynamics Graduate Intern to develop and apply advanced techniques for solving flight mechanics and astrodynamics problems, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team on various technical programs.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and apply advanced techniques for solving flight mechanics and astrodynamics problems

Perform trajectory simulation and performance optimization of spacecraft, missiles, and reentry vehicles

Participates with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners

Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks

Working on business or engineering full life-cycle projects from project inception through launch

Training and mentorship will be provided

Qualification

Orbital mechanicsTrajectory designFlight mechanicsProgramming C/C++Programming FortranProgramming PythonProgramming MATLABHypersonic flight simulationOptimal controlTrajectory modelingCommunication skillsTeam collaborationOrganizational skillsTime managementProject management

Required

Applying to or currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Master's or PhD Degree in aeronautical/astronautical engineering, physics or applied mathematics, or related disciplines is strongly desired

Completion of Bachelor's degree prior to internship start date

Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship

Minimum GPA of 3.0

Graduate Level Course work, research and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: orbital mechanics, hypersonic flight simulation, optimal control, flight mechanics, trajectory modeling and simulation

Experience programming in at least one of the following language: C/C++, Fortran, Python, or MATLAB

Software design, development, unit testing, and integration experience

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

Transcripts required for this position

Preferred

GPA 3.5 or higher

Active security clearance

Experience in developing and delivering presentations, leading small groups, etc

Experience in working in an autonomous work environment on complex projects

Benefits

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect