Aerodynamics Intern (Aeronautical Engineering)

TL;DR

Aerodynamics Intern (Aeronautical Engineering): Contributing to the aerodynamic performance of autonomous delivery drones with an accent on vehicle design analysis, CFD modeling, and experimental testing. Focus on collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex flight physics challenges and drive the design of next-generation logistics systems.

Location: Must be based in South San Francisco, CA or Dallas, TX (Onsite)

Company

hirify.global is the world’s largest autonomous drone delivery service, operating a global logistics network to provide rapid access to medical supplies, food, and essential goods.

What you will do

• Perform vehicle design analysis covering aerodynamics, propulsion, and power system performance.
• Develop low- and high-fidelity analytical models for vehicle subsystems and flight behaviors.
• Generate aerodynamic databases and analyze flight performance data.
• Plan and execute experiments, including wind tunnel testing and flight test validation.
• Collaborate with controls, mechanical, production, and software engineering teams to resolve design challenges.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a degree program in fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, flight physics, or aeronautical engineering.
• Must be available for full-time, in-person work in South San Francisco or Dallas from September to December 2026.
• Strong understanding of technical fundamentals in aerodynamics and flight physics.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Nice to have

• Experience with CFD tools such as STAR-CCM+, Fluent, OpenFOAM, or PowerFLOW.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or Rust.
• Experience with CAD surfacing tools like CATIA or NX.
• Background in wind tunnel test planning and data analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on real-world, high-impact autonomous logistics projects.
• Mentorship from world-class aerodynamicists and aeronautical engineers.
• Exposure to a fast-paced, first-principles engineering culture.
• Direct involvement in scaling the future of global drone delivery.