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ArianeGroup

Space launch systems and defense contractor

Assistant Software Development Engineer Intern - Application of AI techniques for spacecraft simulation

Flight Dynamics & GNCUpdated on Nov 15
Internship · Winter 2027Les Mureaux, FranceNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Be preparing a Bac+4 diploma with a specialization in aerospace, aeronautics, automatic control, or mechanics.
  • Have knowledge of flight dynamics, physical modeling, Python, PyTorch, JAX, and automatic control.
  • Have a sufficiently good level of English to work with scientific literature, technical documentation, and English-language online technical posts.

Responsibilities

  • Research techniques applicable to simulation and guidance/control of space launch vehicles.
  • Model and create a physical simulator of a launch vehicle in Python.
  • Set up infrastructure to run the simulator on GPUs using differential-computing tools in Python, including PyTorch and JAX.
  • Use optimized differential-computing tools to develop frequency-analysis and validation tools for spacecraft and their guidance/control laws.

About the Company

ArianeGroup

Space launch systems and defense contractor

ArianeGroup provides end-to-end space and defense capabilities, handling the full lifecycle of space and missile systems from design and manufacturing to integration, flight preparation, operation, and decommissioning. Its products include civil and military launchers, propulsion systems, and related equipment, with lead roles for the Ariane 6 launcher (ESA) and the French M51 missile (DGA), and it coordinates through its subsidiaries Arianespace and MaiaSpace. The company differentiates itself with integrated, Europe-wide capabilities across the whole mission lifecycle and deep expertise in propellants, composites, and multiple propulsion types. Its goal is to ensure reliable access to space and secure defense capabilities for Europe, backed by a strong industrial and international footprint.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Les Mureaux, France
Founded
2015

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