Internship Guidance, Navigation and Control Engineering (m/w/d)

At Alpine Eagle, we’re building the future of counter-drone defence. We’re a fast-growing, international deep-tech company working at the intersection of aerospace engineering, defence systems, and machine learning. Our goal: create the world’s first swarm-based, airborne counter-drone system. Modern conflicts show how quickly drones are reshaping the battlefield. Threats are rising, and today’s solutions aren’t keeping pace. We’re here to change that. Alpine Eagle isn’t just a defence company. It’s a mission. Backed by an international team, strong funding, and a bold vision, we’re looking for people who want to shape the next generation of aerial security and build something that truly matters. 🎯 How you will make an impact: Design, implement, and extend advanced guidance algorithms using model predictive control methodologies that consider visual perception, flight envelope, and mission constraints. Systematic validation and comparison by extensive simulation studies, bench tests, and real-world flight tests. Maximize flight performance through tuning and optimizing flight control systems, ensuring our aircraft fly precisely as required — safely, reliably, and with minimal operator input. Tight integration with our existing computer vision algorithms and flight control systems. ✅ What you need to be successful: Background in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a similar field. Knowledge in model predictive control algorithms, ideally with hands-on experience. Strong programming skills, particularly in Python; experience with C++ is a plus. Experience in developing and shipping real-world robotic applications that are powered by ROS (2). Experience with robotic simulators (at least one of Gazebo, MuJoCo, Isaac Gym, or Airsim) and PX4-based flight controllers is a plus. Ideally, basic knowledge about flight mechanics or aircraft design. Proactive and organized team player. Valid work permit (citizenship or visa) for Germany. Currently enrolled in a university within Germany. At Alpine Eagle, we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, or sexual identity. Apply now!