2027 Guidance, Navigation, & Control Engineer Intern

The role

You will design GNC solutions for autonomous systems using control theory, applied physics, and applied mathematics. You will also build vehicle simulation models and design, build, and test GNC control laws in VMS software.

What you will do

• Use principles of control theory, applied physics, and applied mathematics to design GNC solutions for Anduril’s autonomous systems
• Design, build, and test GNC control laws in VMS (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 or bring capabilities and technologies to market
• Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality
• Work on real, meaningful projects and learn from experienced professionals

Required qualifications

• Must be 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
• Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in one of our offices in summer 2027

Nice to have

• Experience in digital control systems, linear and nonlinear dynamics systems
• Experience in state estimation, e.g. Kalman filter, extended Kalman filter
• Proficiency in Matlab and Simulink
• A desire to work on GNC solutions that have real-world impact

Before you apply

• U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on program
• A third-party service provider will conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Their family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.