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Controls Software Engineer

Bodega Bay, CA · On-site

$53.75 - $68.50/hr

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is hiring a Controls Software Engineer within the Engineering ... Experience through coursework, internships, research projects, or employment developing software ...

... internship) software development experience * Strong foundation in classical control theory (PID ... Experience deploying localization and controls algorithms on real-world systems * Experience with ...

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What is the difference between Controls Internship vs Controls Engineer?

AspectControls InternshipControls Engineer
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in engineering or related fieldBachelor's or higher in electrical, mechanical, or control engineering; often professional certification
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, learning-focused, often in manufacturing or automation companiesFull-time professional role, responsible for designing and maintaining control systems
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies hiring interns for training and development in automation and control projectsUsed by companies for ongoing control system design, implementation, and troubleshooting

The Controls Internship is an entry-level, learning-focused position for students or recent graduates, while a Controls Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining control systems in industrial settings. Internships provide foundational experience, whereas engineers handle complex projects and system optimization.

What are the most commonly searched types of Controls jobs in California? The most popular types of Controls jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Controls Internship jobs? Cities in California with the most Controls Internship job openings:
Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) Internship - Fall 2026

Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) Internship - Fall 2026

Varda Space Industries

El Segundo, CA • On-site

$33/hr

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Job description

About This Role 

Fall internships will range between the months of August and December. 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 GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Controls) team is responsible for the design, analysis, simulation, and operational performance of Varda's reentry vehicles. In this internship, you'll help enable end-to-end GNC performance for our flight vehicles-supporting everything from 6DOF simulation and control system modeling to sensor integration and trajectory optimization.

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. 

Responsibilities
  • As part of the GNC team, own or contribute to analysis, algorithms and simulations for reentry vehicles 
  • Own Integration and testing of GNC sensors, actuators and software in simulation and hardware in the loop environments
  • Design and implement mission critical tooling needed to facilitate automated maneuver responsibility and scheduling decisions
  • Design and implementation of autonomous satellite attitude control, collision avoidance, orbital rendezvous, burn planning and atmospheric re-entry algorithms
  • Perform trajectory design, optimization, and dispersion analysis for the reentry of a space capsule
Basic Qualifications
  • Previous GNC internship 
  • Familiar with orbital mechanics, flight dynamics, trajectory design and optimization, feedback controls, 6DOF flight simulations, navigation solutions, guidance navigation and controls flight algorithms, monte carlo analysis, 
  • Familiarity with C++ or python and modern software development principles 
Preferred Skills And Experience  
  • At least one year of experience on a technical project team (e.g., CubeSat, Rocket Team, AIAA Design-Build-Fly, Formula SAE)

  • Previous experience working on simulation support tools or GNC tooling for aerospace vehicles

  • Familiarity with Monte Carlo analysis, navigation filters, sensor/actuator integration, or HIL simulation environments

  • Experience with tools like GMAT, POST2, MATLAB/Simulink, or custom orbital simulation frameworks

  • Strong communication and documentation skills

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