Spacecraft Modeling and Simulation Internship (Summer 2025)
Turion Space
Irvine, CA, USA
Posted on Mar 20, 2025
Introduction -
Do you like to do Hardcore Engineering!?!
Do you like to do Hardcore Engineering!?!
Do you like to work with the coolest people in the Aerospace Industry!?!
If you answered yes to both questions, then we have an exciting opportunity for you. Turion Space is hiring for a Spacecraft Modeling and Simulation Engineering intern for Summer of 2025. This opportunity will allow for you to own an early-stage digital-twin software set that will be used to quickly design and iterate on hardcore spacecraft engineering.
- Department
- Vehicle Design / Analysis / Integration
- Employment Type
- Internship
- Location
- Irvine, California
- Workplace type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $70,000 - $90,000 / year
- Reporting To
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and validation of spacecraft models for mission simulations.
- Contribute to the creation of system-level simulations, and performance analyses using simulation software (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Simulink, STK, FreeFlyer or other relevant tools).
- Collaborate with engineers to refine spacecraft models, including thermal, mechanical, and electrical subsystems.
- Support the analysis of spacecraft behavior in various mission scenarios (e.g., launch, orbit, and operations).
- Participate in team meetings and present progress on ongoing modeling and simulation tasks.
- Perform data analysis and assist with the generation of reports and documentation related to simulations.
- Contribute to team discussions, providing insight and feedback to collectively drive innovation across several related projects.
Qualifications
Required:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s program in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of spacecraft systems and mission design principles.
- Proficiency in Python or similar modeling and simulation software.
- Familiarity with orbital mechanics, flight dynamics, or space systems engineering concepts is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
Preferred:
- Previous internship or coursework related to spacecraft modeling, simulation, or space systems engineering.
- Familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Python, C/C++).
- Strong interest in space exploration and aerospace technology.
- Demonstrated ability to think critically, learn quickly, and handle complex technical tasks.
ITAR Requirements
This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
About Turion Space
Turion Space was founded with the vision of propelling humanity toward an interplanetary future. To realize this vision, we are developing cutting-edge spacecraft focused on space transport, orbital debris removal, and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) to ensure ongoing value creation. Our mission centers on advancing spacecraft for low-earth orbit (LEO) and enhancing SDA, which are essential for both current space operations and future interplanetary exploration. By prioritizing high delta-V per dollar, we aim to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness in space transportation. We successfully launched our DROID.001 satellite in June 2023, with DROID.002 and DROID.003 scheduled for 2025.
Our Hiring Process
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