MATLAB

Defense Logistics Agency

Richmond, VA · $93,499 – $121,551

This federal role analyzes demand and supply chain data to support military weapons operations, using statistical tools and programming to identify trends, root causes, and performance forecasts. It suits analysts comfortable with data mining, visualization software, and presenting technical findings to senior military leadership.

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Economic Research Service

Internship · Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job), United States

This is a semester-long volunteer opportunity for students to maintain a federal database of food assistance program distribution schedules using public data sources and statistical software. It suits undergraduates or vocational students looking to gain practical experience in research support and data management within a government agency.

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Impulse Space

Redondo Beach

This role tests optical and digital avionics systems, requiring you to troubleshoot hardware integration issues and write automated test scripts in Python and MATLAB. It suits engineers with hands-on experience in optical devices and FPGA platforms who enjoy combining hardware diagnostics with software automation.

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Relativity Space

Long Beach, CA · $103,000 – $155,000

This role involves developing structural loads, dynamic analyses, and vibration specifications for Relativity Space's Terran R rocket, working across multiple engineering teams from design through flight testing. It suits engineers with mechanics and vibrations expertise who can build analytical models, conduct testing validation, and drive technical decisions in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

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CesiumAstro

Full-time · Westminster, CO · $184,000 – $246,000

CesiumAstro seeks a Senior Staff Thermal Engineer to design and validate thermal control systems for satellites and aerospace platforms, spanning from concept through qualification testing. The role suits experienced thermal engineers who want to work on next-generation space hardware in a collaborative startup environment.

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Astranis

Full-time · San Francisco, CA · $180,000 – $240,000

Design and develop satellite ground station architectures for commercial and government programs, including RF systems, antennas, and modems, while contributing to technical proposals and customer solutions. This role suits experienced RF and satellite communications engineers who want to bridge system design with business development.

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Stoke Space

Full-time · Kent, WA · $129,150 – $327,810

This role leads structural analysis and design verification for reusable launch vehicle components at an aerospace startup, owning the integrity of major subsystems while mentoring junior engineers and developing analysis processes. It suits experienced structural analysts seeking high ownership in a fast-moving space propulsion environment.

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AeroVironment

Internship

This is a 12-week paid summer internship in guidance, navigation, and control (GN&C) systems for aerospace and defense, where interns contribute to flight control design, testing, and integration on real aircraft projects. The role suits motivated students pursuing degrees in aerospace, electrical, or mechanical engineering who want hands-on experience in a fast-paced R&D environment.

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Stanley Black & Decker

Full-time · Towson, MD · $110,600 – $178,000

This role leads the adoption of model-based design and simulation practices across electrical product development teams, helping engineers verify and validate complex systems before physical testing. It suits a senior engineer with deep expertise in MATLAB/Simulink, systems engineering, and a track record of mentoring teams through structured verification workflows.

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KLA-Tencor

Milpitas, CA · $141,300 – $240,200

This role develops real-time digital signal processing systems for precision motion control in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. It suits experienced firmware engineers with strong control theory knowledge who want to work on nanometer-scale mechanical systems at a major equipment supplier.

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