Aerodynamics Engineering Intern- Summer 2026

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

An internship opportunity has arisen at Boeing’s UK High-Lift Aerodynamics Collaboration Centre (HiLACC), based at the 5 metre wind tunnel at the Cody Technology Park, Farnborough, UK. The HiLACC Flight Sciences team is a direct extension of the Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) Flight Sciences team in the USA.

The role on offer is for a 3-month summer Aerodynamics Engineering Intern to start in June/July 2026 supporting BCA Flight Sciences work at the HiLACC. The intern will be actively involved in contributing to aerodynamics research in areas including (among others):

• Aerodynamic research and analysis.

• The development and utilisation of analytical predictive capabilities (such as CFD, etc).

• Contributing to the development of robust analysis processes.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us!

Position Responsibilities:

• Understand the array of predictive capabilities utilised in the aerodynamic design of aeroplanes.

• Assist in some of the research and development projects ongoing at the HiLACC which may include:

• • Supporting the development of robust tools to facilitate geometry and pre-processing steps for CFD

  • High-lift characteristics

  • Buffet

  • Aircraft wake analysis

  • Wind tunnel data interpretation

• Learn and start to utilise predictive capabilities such as CFD to understand flow phenomena in aeroplane design and wind tunnel testing.

• Shadow and assist work in the development of geometry and analysis tools aligned with model based engineering.

• Actively participate in group meetings and technical discussions.

• Understand the need for wind tunnel testing and provide some support for any ongoing tests and the related data analysis.

Due to the nature of the role and HiLACC team, the role is primarily based onsite.

 

 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Right to work in UK

• Studying a relevant degree course or have graduated a degree course within last year

 

 

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• A passion for aerodynamics and sustainability
• An aptitude for problem-solving with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong attention to detail with a high focus on quality
• An aptitude for coding (experience with Python desirable but not essential)
• Confident, with a willingness to present at meetings
• Effective communication skills

 

Typical Education/Experience:

• Studying a relevant degree course or have graduated a degree course within last year

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 12, 2025

Export Control Details: Non – US based job

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.