Perception Intern (Summer 2027)

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Hardware team – South San Francisco, California, USA

About the role

Lead the aerodynamics function within Zipline’s Hardware organization, shaping the aerodynamic design and performance of our next-generation autonomous aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Define aerodynamic requirements and trade studies for new aircraft concepts.
• Develop and validate CFD models, wind-tunnel tests, and flight-test campaigns.
• Collaborate with structures, propulsion, and controls teams to optimize vehicle performance.
• Mentor junior engineers and grow the aerodynamics team.

Requirements

• MS/PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related field with 5+ years of industry experience in aerodynamics.
• Proficiency in CFD tools (e.g., STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM) and scripting (Python/MATLAB).
• Hands-on experience with wind-tunnel testing and flight-data analysis.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.