Aerospace Internship: Missile & Hypersonics Systems Modeling

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking engineering students for hands-on experience in modeling, simulation, and test & evaluation of strategic missile and hypersonic systems. You’ll contribute to trade studies, performance assessments, and design studies while working with cross-functional teams to translate complex challenges into actionable insights.

Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering with a 3.0+ GPA and strong coding

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Interest in missile modeling & simulation, flight dynamics, or test and evaluation.
• Experience coding in MATLAB or Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and utilize modeling and simulation tools for trade studies and performance assessments of missile and reentry systems.
• Participate in test & evaluation activities, including test operations and post-flight analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-discipline teams to advise government and industry partners on engineering challenges.
• Produce reports and presentations to communicate findings to team members and government partners.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

B.S./B.E. in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Eng

GPA 3.0/4.0

Master's or PhD desirable

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking engineering students for hands-on experience in modeling, simulation, and test & evaluation of strategic missile and hypersonic systems. You’ll contribute to trade studies, performance assessments, and design studies while working with cross-functional teams to translate complex challenges into actionable insights.

Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering with a 3.0+ GPA and strong coding