Internship

Aerodynamics & Performance Engineering Intern – 2025 Summer Intern

Posted on 10/4/2024

Shield AI

Shield AI

501-1,000 employees

Develops AI and autonomous systems for defense

AI & Machine Learning
Defense

Compensation Overview

$36 - $55Hourly

Dallas, TX, USA

Position requires onsite presence in the Dallas metro area.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Aerodynamics
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Autodesk CFD
Requirements
  • You are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in December 2025 or Spring 2026.
  • Pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering or related STEM field.
  • Strong understanding of fundamental engineering concepts, including EE, Mech E, Programming, Physics, and Mathematics.
  • Solid understanding of aerodynamic fundamentals, CFD techniques, wind tunnel testing, and flight testing.
  • Experience working on multidisciplinary hardware development projects, which can be from an internship, job, club, team, personal project, etc.
  • Great written and verbal communication.
  • Demonstrated history of showing ownership of project outcomes and delivering exceptional results.
  • Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
Responsibilities
  • Aid in the design and development of new aircraft configurations to meet mission performance objectives.
  • Help analyze aerodynamic performance across a large array of air vehicle designs via CAD, low fidelity tools, CFD, ground test, wind tunnel test, and flight test experiments.
  • Assist in generating structural loads including lift and drag distributions for wings, propellers, control surfaces and other aerodynamic surfaces.
  • Collaborate with and present findings to other internal functional teams and program-based teams.
  • Develop and operate vehicle performance tools.

Shield AI specializes in creating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems specifically for the defense industry. The company develops AI-powered systems, including autonomous drones, that assist military operations, especially in environments where GPS and communication may not be available. This technology allows for safer and more efficient defense operations. Shield AI differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on advanced AI capabilities and securing significant contracts with government and military clients, such as the multi-billion dollar EWAAC contract. The company's goal is to enhance operational capabilities and safety in defense scenarios, ultimately aiming to protect lives through its innovative solutions.

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$772.8M

Headquarters

San Diego, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

18%

1 year growth

36%

2 year growth

57%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $198 million U.S. Coast Guard contract boosts Shield AI's financial stability and credibility.
  • Partnership with JSW Defence expands market presence in the Indian defense sector.
  • Collaboration with Haivision integrates AI object detection with ISR solutions for defense.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Palantir could challenge Shield AI's market position.
  • Regulatory hurdles in India may affect V-BAT drone production timelines and market access.
  • Reliance on large-scale contracts poses financial risks if government budgets are reduced.

What makes Shield AI unique

  • Shield AI's Hivemind is the first autonomous AI Pilot deployed in combat since 2018.
  • Strategic partnerships with Palantir enhance capabilities in GPS- and communications-denied environments.
  • Successful multi-aircraft autonomous flight tests showcase advanced AI-piloted system capabilities.

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Benefits

Medical Insurance Coverage

Long Term Disability Insurance

Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Subsidized Gym Membership

Pet Insurance

Competitive Compensation

Retirement Services

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Bereavement Support

Flexible Work Hours

PTO

Paid Holidays

Commuter Benefits

Relaxed Dress Code

Yearly Swag Items

Unlimited Snacks

Bottomless Beverages

Annual Celebrations

Work From Home Benefits

Standing Desks and Widescreen Monitors

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