Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Intern… at Terran… · Irvine

Summary: Terran Orbital Corporation is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. They are seeking an Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) Intern - GNC who will help advance the performance of their next-generation FPGA-based Luminary Star Tracker by applying machine learning to a real spacecraft navigation system. The intern will work with simulation tools, hardware-in-the-loop setups, and collaborate with engineers to solve AI-hardware timing and interface challenges. Responsibilities: - Generate and validate star field data for model training using simulation tools and NASA catalogs - Collect and preprocess telemetry/sensor data from the FLST - Develop and tune ML models to improve star tracker slew rate (target: 5°/sec) - Integrate algorithms into simulation environments and support hardware-in-the-loop testing - Collaborate with engineers to solve AI-hardware timing and interface challenges - Document findings and present project results to technical and executive stakeholder Required Qualifications: - Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or related field - Able to work full time, onsite in Irvine, CA for 8 – 12 weeks starting in June 2026 (no relocation stipend, must be local) - Experience with Python and ML frameworks (scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch) - Interest in AI applied to real sensors and embedded systems - Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills - Hands‑on comfort with lab equipment and experimental iteration - U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with NVIDIA GPUs/Jetson, high‑performance computing, or AI agents - Familiarity with control systems, signal processing, or embedded hardware - Exposure to MATLAB/Simulink or Python‑based simulation environments Required Skills: Python, Machine Learning frameworks, NVIDIA GPUs/Jetson Important Skills: Control systems, Signal processing, Embedded systems Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills, Hands-on lab experience, Problem-solving skills Benefits: 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) Match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), Education Reimbursement, Competitive Paid Parental Leave