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Internship Optimization Engineer Jobs in El Segundo, CA

cosm

General Interest - Internship

Chadds Ford, PA

DESIGN ENGINEERING - Chadds Ford, PA Get hands-on experience with our Engineering team developing ... In Customer Service, you'll work on optimizing the customer journey by analyzing performance data ...

cosm

General Interest - Internship

The Colony, TX · On-site

DESIGN ENGINEERING - Chadds Ford, PA Get hands-on experience with our Engineering team developing ... In Customer Service, you'll work on optimizing the customer journey by analyzing performance data ...

cosm

General Interest - Internship

Inglewood, CA · On-site

DESIGN ENGINEERING - Chadds Ford, PA Get hands-on experience with our Engineering team developing ... In Customer Service, you'll work on optimizing the customer journey by analyzing performance data ...

Vast

Turbomachinery Engineer II

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

... while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting ... internships included) Preferred Skills & Experience: * Ability to work as a teammate and ...

Vast

Combustion Devices Engineer II

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

... while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting ... internships included) Preferred Skills & Experience: * Ability to work as a teammate and ...

Vast

Mechanical Engineer II

Hawthorne, CA

... while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting ... internships included) Preferred Skills & Experience: * Ability to work as a teammate and ...

Vast

Senior Propulsion Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

... while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting ... internships included) Preferred Skills and Experience: * Ability to work as a teammate and ...

Galaxy Technology Hires LLC

Manufacturing Engineer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$75K - $97K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer Los Angeles, CA Area - Relocation Assistance Provided The Company Our client ... optimization (including internships). * Strong CAD (SolidWorks / other) experience and familiarity ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship optimization engineer in El Segundo, CA is $20.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.16 and $22.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Optimization Engineer vs Data Analyst Intern?

AspectInternship Optimization EngineerData Analyst Intern
Required CredentialsRelevant degree in engineering, data science, or related fields; some internships may require basic programming skillsDegree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or related fields; basic data analysis skills needed
Work EnvironmentTech companies, e-commerce, or logistics firms focusing on process and system optimizationBusiness, finance, or tech companies analyzing data to support decision-making
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries emphasizing operational efficiency and system improvementsCommon in industries relying on data insights for strategic decisions

While both roles involve working with data and technical skills, the Internship Optimization Engineer focuses on improving operational processes and system performance, often requiring engineering or technical backgrounds. In contrast, Data Analyst Interns primarily analyze data sets to generate insights. Both roles are valuable entry points in tech and data-driven industries, but they serve different core functions.

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Infographic showing various Internship Optimization Engineer job openings in El Segundo, CA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,792 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Guidance, Navigation & Controls (GNC) Internship - Spring 2027

Varda Space Industries

El Segundo, CA • On-site

$33/hr

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

About Varda
Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda's W-Series vehicles are built, designed, and operated by Varda in-house, including the pharmaceutical processing payloads, the capsules, the C-PICA heat shields, and the satellite buses.
From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.
Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.
Varda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL.
Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.
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
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

Benefits
Varda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well-being, and a high-quality workplace experience. Below is an overview of what full-time employees receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):
Health & Wellness
  • Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays
  • 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
  • Voluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance
  • $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
  • 12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CA mothers)
  • Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic
  • Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents

Financial & Retirement
  • Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested)
  • $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
  • Relocation support for new hires, if needed

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).
E-Verify Statement
Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
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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.

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