The GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Controls) team is responsible for the design, analysis, simulation ... orbital simulation frameworks * Strong communication and documentation skills Compensation * Hourly ...
The GNC (Guidance, Navigation & Controls) team is responsible for the design, analysis, simulation ... orbital simulation frameworks * Strong communication and documentation skills Compensation * Hourly ...
Mid Space Counterspace Analyst
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$110 - $130/hr
Understanding of space operations, satellite orbital mechanics, ground tracking, and communication ... Compensation Details $110,000-$130,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this ...
Mid Space Counterspace Analyst
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$110 - $130/hr
Understanding of space operations, satellite orbital mechanics, ground tracking, and communication ... Compensation Details $110,000-$130,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this ...
Understanding of space operations, satellite orbital mechanics, ground tracking, and communication ... hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company ...
Understanding of space operations, satellite orbital mechanics, ground tracking, and communication ... hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company ...
Understanding of space operations, satellite orbital mechanics, ground tracking, and communication ... hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company ...
Understanding of space operations, satellite orbital mechanics, ground tracking, and communication ... hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company ...
Understanding of space operations, satellite orbital mechanics, ground tracking, and communication ... hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company ...
Understanding of space operations, satellite orbital mechanics, ground tracking, and communication ... hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company ...
As part of the GNC team, own or contribute to analysis, algorithms and simulations for reentry ... orbital simulation frameworks * Strong communication and documentation skills Compensation * Hourly ...
As part of the GNC team, own or contribute to analysis, algorithms and simulations for reentry ... orbital simulation frameworks * Strong communication and documentation skills Compensation * Hourly ...
Engineer Satellite Systems 3
Dulles, VA · On-site
$70 - $90/hr
Dulles Town Center, VA Salary: $70.00 USD Hourly - $90.00 USD Hourly Description: Position ... Orbit analysis and orbital mechanics Spacecraft attitude control Communications systems and RF ...
Engineer Satellite Systems 3
Dulles, VA · On-site
$70 - $90/hr
Dulles Town Center, VA Salary: $70.00 USD Hourly - $90.00 USD Hourly Description: Position ... Orbit analysis and orbital mechanics Spacecraft attitude control Communications systems and RF ...
Systems Safety Engineer
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$116K - $194K/yr
Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career ... Drafting and coordinating orbital safety products for all NSS launches, including Space Debris ...
Systems Safety Engineer
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$116K - $194K/yr
Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career ... Drafting and coordinating orbital safety products for all NSS launches, including Space Debris ...
Systems Safety Engineer
$116K - $194K/yr
Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career ... Drafting and coordinating orbital safety products for all NSS launches, including Space Debris ...
Systems Safety Engineer
$116K - $194K/yr
Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career ... Drafting and coordinating orbital safety products for all NSS launches, including Space Debris ...
Structural Engineer III
Vandalia, OH · On-site
$50 - $60/hr
Vandalia, OH Salary: $50.00 USD Hourly - $60.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Structural Engineer ... Static strength analysis experience * Experience with classical analysis using industry standard ...
Structural Engineer III
Vandalia, OH · On-site
$50 - $60/hr
Vandalia, OH Salary: $50.00 USD Hourly - $60.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Structural Engineer ... Static strength analysis experience * Experience with classical analysis using industry standard ...
Structural Engineer II
Vandalia, OH · On-site
$50 - $55/hr
Vandalia, OH Salary: $50.00 USD Hourly - $55.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Structural Engineer ... Experience with classical analysis using industry standard hand calculation methods Skills ...
Structural Engineer II
Vandalia, OH · On-site
$50 - $55/hr
Vandalia, OH Salary: $50.00 USD Hourly - $55.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Structural Engineer ... Experience with classical analysis using industry standard hand calculation methods Skills ...
Space Radiation Engineer, AI Hardware
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$160K - $414K/yr
The terawatts orbital AI data center will be powered by Dojo - our custom supercomputer designed ... Analyze and predict space radiation environments (trapped particles, solar events, galactic cosmic ...
Space Radiation Engineer, AI Hardware
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$160K - $414K/yr
The terawatts orbital AI data center will be powered by Dojo - our custom supercomputer designed ... Analyze and predict space radiation environments (trapped particles, solar events, galactic cosmic ...
Consultant hourly rates will start at 75hr and increase based on experience. Description: This ... Design and execute analyses to compare the performance of different guidance algorithms.
Consultant hourly rates will start at 75hr and increase based on experience. Description: This ... Design and execute analyses to compare the performance of different guidance algorithms.
Consultant hourly rates will start at 75hr and increase based on experience. Successfull candidates ... Design and execute analyses to compare the performance of different guidance algorithms.
Consultant hourly rates will start at 75hr and increase based on experience. Successfull candidates ... Design and execute analyses to compare the performance of different guidance algorithms.
Woodworker
San Diego, CA · On-site
$22 - $30/hr
Competitive base hourly rate, plus 50% of health benefits (individual), 100% Dental and Vision ... Analyze and discuss (if needed) the process requirements for fabrication, loading, shipping, and ...
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Woodworker
San Diego, CA · On-site
$22 - $30/hr
Competitive base hourly rate, plus 50% of health benefits (individual), 100% Dental and Vision ... Analyze and discuss (if needed) the process requirements for fabrication, loading, shipping, and ...
Mechanical Engineer II
Plano, TX · On-site
$40 - $44/hr
Plano, TX Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $44.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Mechanical Engineer II ... THERMAL ANALYSIS * AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE INDUSTRY * MECHANICAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES * PARAMETRIC ...
Mechanical Engineer II
Plano, TX · On-site
$40 - $44/hr
Plano, TX Salary: $40.00 USD Hourly - $44.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Mechanical Engineer II ... THERMAL ANALYSIS * AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE INDUSTRY * MECHANICAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES * PARAMETRIC ...
Mechanical Engineer III
Plano, TX · On-site
$55 - $59/hr
Location: Plano, TX Salary: $55.00 USD Hourly - $59.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Mechanical ... THERMAL ANALYSIS * AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE INDUSTRY * MECHANICAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES * PARAMETRIC ...
Mechanical Engineer III
Plano, TX · On-site
$55 - $59/hr
Location: Plano, TX Salary: $55.00 USD Hourly - $59.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Mechanical ... THERMAL ANALYSIS * AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE INDUSTRY * MECHANICAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES * PARAMETRIC ...
Sr Structural Engineer
Vandalia, OH · On-site
$60 - $70/hr
Vandalia, OH Salary: $60.00 USD Hourly - $70.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Sr Structural ... Perform high-level structural analysis and validation * Mentor junior engineers and foster a ...
Sr Structural Engineer
Vandalia, OH · On-site
$60 - $70/hr
Vandalia, OH Salary: $60.00 USD Hourly - $70.00 USD Hourly Description: Title: Sr Structural ... Perform high-level structural analysis and validation * Mentor junior engineers and foster a ...
CMAC Systems Administrator - NISSC - CMSFS
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$85K - $100K/yr
... analysis/space orbital. Desired Requirements: * AS degree in a computer field. * VCP/VCAP * Cyber ... Compensation Details: $85,000-$100,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this ...
CMAC Systems Administrator - NISSC - CMSFS
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$85K - $100K/yr
... analysis/space orbital. Desired Requirements: * AS degree in a computer field. * VCP/VCAP * Cyber ... Compensation Details: $85,000-$100,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this ...
Structural Engineer III
Plano, TX · On-site
$55 - $59.27/hr
Plano, TX Salary: $55.00 USD Hourly - $59.27 USD Hourly Description: Title: Structural Engineer ... Experience in Engineering Simulation using Finite Element structural analysis (FEA) tools such as ...
Structural Engineer III
Plano, TX · On-site
$55 - $59.27/hr
Plano, TX Salary: $55.00 USD Hourly - $59.27 USD Hourly Description: Title: Structural Engineer ... Experience in Engineering Simulation using Finite Element structural analysis (FEA) tools such as ...
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Guidance, Navigation & Controls (GNC) Internship - Spring 2027
El Segundo, CA • On-site
$33/hr
Full-time, Internship
Posted 15 days ago
Job description
About This Role
Spring internships will range between the months of January and May. 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
- 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
- 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
- Hourly Rate: $33.00
- Housing stipend for interns relocating to the area
- Commuter benefit to support local transportation
About Varda Space Industries
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Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
El Segundo, CA, US
Year founded
2021