Engineering Intern

Overview

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.

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What You’ll Work On

Depending on your background and interests, you may 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 projects
• Curious, self-directed, and motivated by real-world impact
• MATLAB or Python for modelling and data analytics
• US Person or Lawful Permanent Resident status required.

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

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $4,000 – $8,000 per month.