Robotics Engineering Intern (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Robotics Engineering Intern (Aerospace): Supporting the development and extension of a simulator for in-orbit servicing rendezvous and docking scenarios with an accent on software-in-the-loop (SIL) and Monte Carlo simulations. Focus on improving simulation efficiency, tuning models based on physical data, and automating validation workflows.

Location: Onsite in Luxembourg

Company

hirify.global is an aerospace company specializing in in-orbit servicing and space debris removal to create a sustainable space ecosystem.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain simulator components for rendezvous and docking scenario validation.
• Configure and execute software-in-the-loop (SIL) simulation setups for docking system validation.
• Extend and execute Monte Carlo simulation campaigns, including scenario definition and batch execution.
• Analyze and interpret simulation results to tune models based on data from physical facilities.
• Improve the automation, robustness, and execution efficiency of simulation workflows.
• Report and document the results and analyses performed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a master’s degree in aerospace engineering, Robotics, Control Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Academic or project experience using MATLAB, Simulink, and/or Python.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Interest in space systems, rendezvous and docking, GNC, or robotic systems.
• Must be based in or able to work from the Luxembourg office.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Python and/or C++ for scientific or engineering applications.
• Academic or project experience in simulation, modelling, or software development of control systems.