About Castelion
Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We’re designing, building, and testing next-generation long-range strike weapons systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge and deter future conflicts.
Position Overview: We are seeking motivated and talented engineering co-op students for Spring 2025. This program provides hands-on experience in designing, testing, and integrating missile systems, including software, guidance, navigation and control (GNC), propulsion, power electronics, mechanical/structures, avionics, manufacturing, and system integration. You will have the chance to make meaningful contributions to advanced defense projects while gaining experience in a collaborative startup environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design, analysis, and testing of missile subsystems, including propulsion, guidance systems, power electronics, and more.
- Support engineering teams by working on simulations, modeling, and prototyping of critical hardware components.
- Conduct research and development tasks, analyzing data to inform key design decisions.
- Participate in system integration efforts, helping to assemble and test subsystems in real-world test environments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and test teams, to ensure successful project execution.
- Document design processes, test results, and project progress, contributing to the continuous improvement of Castelion’s systems.
- Attend technical reviews, design meetings, and team briefings to stay engaged with project developments and learn from industry experts.
Learning Opportunities:
- Gain hands-on experience in aerospace engineering, contributing directly to the development of cutting-edge hypersonic missile systems.
- Develop technical skills by working with high-performance teams and state-of-the-art engineering tools.
- Learn about the full lifecycle of missile development, from initial design and prototyping to testing and system integration.
- Receive mentorship from experienced engineers and leaders in the aerospace and defense industry.
- Be a part of a fast-paced startup culture where innovation, teamwork, and rapid development are key to success.
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Rising junior, senior, or graduate-level student preferred.
- Strong academic record with relevant coursework in areas such as propulsion, GNC, power systems, or related fields.
- Familiarity with engineering software such as MATLAB, Simulink, SolidWorks, ANSYS, or similar tools.
- Hands-on experience through lab work, projects, or internships is a plus.
- Passion for aerospace, defense technology, and innovative engineering solutions.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with hardware testing, data acquisition, and analysis.
- Familiarity with missile systems, defense technology, or aerospace components.
- Strong interest in working in a startup environment on high-impact projects.
Why Castelion? At Castelion, you’ll be part of a team committed to shaping the future of defense technology. Our co-op students contribute directly to critical projects and gain real-world experience in a fast-growing company. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, learn from experienced engineers, and be part of a mission-driven company making an impact in national security.
Leadership Qualities:
Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving:
Demonstrated ability to question assumptions and propose breakthrough ideas that lead to successful implementation. Capable of bringing in processes, materials, or concepts from other industries to achieve efficiency gains.
High Commitment, High Initiative:
A genuine passion for Castelion’s mission and a strong sense of accountability. Consistently seeks ways to contribute to technical goals and resolve blockers in the development process.
Clear Communicator:
Proactively communicates challenges and solutions. Trusted to represent the company with key stakeholders such as suppliers, customers, and regulators. Capable of delivering clear, logical communications that drive clarity and eliminate ambiguity.
ITAR Requirements:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Castelion is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and merit, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.
