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 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 CITIZENSHIP 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 ### 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
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