INTERN - Hypersonic Research Engineer - Experiment Data Analysis Summer 2026 (Huntsville)

CFD Research Corporation
Huntsville, AL
About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at

Hypersonic Research Engineer – Experiment Data Analysis (Huntsville) (Summer 2026)

CFD Research is looking to fill our intern class for the Summer of 2026. Interns in this program will support research in their area of study and/or interest ranging from Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering and more. The program runs 8-10 weeks over the summer and has flexible start and finish dates based on candidate's availability (typically mid-May to August).

Each CFD Research Internship has both a mentor and technical manager to help guide them on their research project over the summer. In addition to challenging technical work, CFD Research's program offers professional development and social activities designed to help our interns have a great, all-around summer internship experience.

An intern in this role will support hypersonic experimental work by assisting in data analysis across various ground tests covering aerodynamic and material measurements. The primary focus will be on running analysis developed by the experimental team and automating that process where appropriate. Datasets will include transducer time series, high-speed images sequences, and material surface profiles. Candidates should be proficient with MATLAB or Python. Both undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply.

Typical Degrees Hired Will Include

  • Aerospace Engineering (Graduate and Undergraduate)
  • Mechanical Engineering (Graduate and Undergraduate)
  • Other similar Engineering (Graduate and Undergraduate) Disciplines

Requirements

  • Candidate should be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to work for any employer.
  • Student must be pursuing a degree (Graduate or Undergraduate) in a related discipline
  • Internship requires students to be available to work in Huntsville, AL for the summer

Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
Posted 2026-02-12

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