Intern - Summer 2026

Saronic • Austin, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking an intern who will work on designing, developing, testing, and optimizing our autonomous surface vessels. This is a hands-on experience, which will allow you to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting and contribute to projects that significantly impact national security and maritime innovation. This internship is ideal for students pursuing computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, naval architecture, marine engineering, or a related field, and eager to make an impact in the defense tech industry.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with design and simulation tools, such as Rhino, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks are a plus
• Programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages are a plus
• Knowledge of ship design principles, hydrodynamics, and stability analysis
• Familiarity with robotics, autonomy, or maritime and control systems
• Familiarity with CFD tools, such as OpenFOAM, STAR-CCM+, or ANSYS Fluent are a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of hardware and software systems for ASVs
• Support the analysis of ASV hull forms for stability, hydrodynamics, and structural integrity
• Participate in the testing and validation of ASV prototypes and vessel autonomy algorithms, including navigation, object detection, and collision avoidance
• Assist in computational fluid dynamics simulations to evaluate vessel performance
• Conduct research and implement solutions for sensor integration, data processing, and machine learning applications
• Contribute to the integration of propulsion systems, control surfaces, and onboard equipment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and refine ASV prototypes
• Ensure vessel designs support mission-specific operational requirements
• Document progress, prepare and write reports, and present findings to the team

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees