Job Description
About Urban Sky: Urban Sky is a venture-backed aerospace startup that pioneers utilization of the stratosphere and reimagines the way humans view and analyze the earth. We design, build, operate, and sell stratospheric balloon systems, and the data we collect supports a wide range of applications, from real-time wildfire monitoring to urban mapping. Our technology is also employed by government customers including the Department of Defense (DoD), NASA, and others. Urban Sky sends flight vehicles to the stratosphere on a weekly basis.
Our team consists of engineers, makers, developers, and doers who believe in the power of human potential when passion meets utility within a small, supportive team. At Urban Sky we strive to create a team culture grounded in candor, inclusion, respect and empowerment.
We aim to build the next chapter of stratospheric history in Denver and are seeking self-starting, open-minded, and hard-working team members.
About The Role: Urban Sky is seeking a
Simulation and Modeling Intern to join our Engineering team in Denver, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing simulation models focused on numerical differential systems. You will work closely with our engineering team to integrate GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control) systems into our simulations, helping to predict system behavior and optimize performance. This internship is designed to provide you with hands-on experience in advanced simulation techniques, algorithm development, and real-world application of simulation and modeling in the aerospace industry.
Intern(s) will gain functional exposure to the following functional areas: - Simulation & Modeling: Develop and refine models based on numerical differential systems to simulate real-world balloon scenarios.
- Advanced Control Methods : Utilize control regimes and methodologies to improve existing systems and investigate benefit
- Machine Learning & Reinforcement Learning: Develop SOTA (State of the Art) ML and RL algorithms to enhance simulation accuracy and optimize outcomes.
- Data Analysis: Perform data-driven evaluations and validations of simulation models, working with diverse data sets from field experiments and sensor readings.
Skills Interns will learn: - Fundamental and advanced simulation techniques using numerical differential equations.
- Practical applications of machine learning and reinforcement learning in simulation environments.
- Data analysis and model validation methodologies.
- Collaborative problem-solving in an interdisciplinary team setting.
- Technical documentation and presentation of research findings.
Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of numerical differential systems and simulation techniques.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or similar.
- An understanding of machine learning fundamentals / reinforcement learning is a plus
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Eagerness to learn, a passion for innovation, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Preferred Skills and Experience: - Experience with simulation software or platforms.
- Hands-on projects or coursework involving ML and RL applications.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques.
- Prior internship or research experience in simulation, modeling, or related fields.
Requirements: - Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Able to work full time, onsite for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks beginning between May or June 2025.
Pay and Benefits: - Hourly Pay $20 - $30 per hour
- We are required to post this salary range per Colorado law. Your salary will be determined based on your abilities and experience.
- Cell Phone Bill Stipend
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes that they have the skills and the passion necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Urban Sky is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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