Aerodynamics & Analysis Engineering Internship - Summer 2027

Responsibilities

• Run Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations to analyze vehicle performance
• Support wind tunnel testing campaigns and post-processing of data
• Collaborate with engineers to assess aerodynamic loads and thermal environments
• Contribute to vehicle design improvements based on simulation and test data

Preferred

• Currently pursuing or completed a Master’s degree in Aerodynamics or Numerical Methods
• Experience running CFD or DSMC

Familiar with Tecplot and Pointwise

• Some graduate school experience in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics
• Some past experience on an aerodynamics or fluid mechanics project or club

About This Role

Summer internships will range between the months of May and August. All dates dependent upon the university schedule of the selected students. Internships are full-time and on-site in Los Angeles, CA.

To be considered for this internship, candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program.

The aerodynamic department is responsible for all aerodynamic and aero-heating analysis for all our flight vehicles in all flight regimes. Varda already has a flight-proven vehicle; however, this summer we will work on extending our vehicle payload capabilities for commercial customers and flight test capabilities for hypersonic testbed customers. The occupant of this role will contribute by running simulations and supporting wind tunnel activities that would help improve the capabilities of Varda vehicles!

Internships at Varda are optimal for students looking to grow technically and professionally while working on impactful projects critical to the company’s success. You will be working on a collaborative team in a startup environment while being able to learn from some of most accomplished and experienced aerospace professionals in the world. We’re dedicated to providing an experience that will let your decisions and contributions help drive Varda’s success.

Coursework in

• Compressible Fluid Mechanics
• Thermodynamics
• Numerical Methods
• Programming in Python and/or MATLAB

Experience with

• Running CFD tools
• Using Linux-based systems
• Programming in Python and/or MATLAB

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $33.00
• Housing stipend for interns relocating to the area
• Commuter benefit to support local transportation

Health & Wellness

Paid observed holidays

• 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
• $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
• Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents

Financial

• $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
• Up to $4,000 gross up in relocation support, if eligible
• Up to $850 commute credit through Lyft or car rental reimbursement, if eligible

Workplace Experience & Perks

• Fully stocked kitchen with lunch provided daily and dinner provided twice weekly
• Company and team-bonding events, happy hours and mission-success celebrations
• Complimentary EV charging

ITAR Requirements

Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our policy is to only hire “U.S. persons” who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.

“US person” means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum).

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Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.