Job Description
The Spacecraft Systems Engineering Intern will assist in the design, development, testing, and operation of Earth imaging satellites, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure satellite systems meet technical and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive the design, build, and operation of earth imaging satellites
- Work through requirements formulation, design, verification, and validation of satellite systems
- Participate in assembly, integration, and testing of satellite prototypes
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure satellites meet customer needs and are ready for mass production
- Conduct system-level analyses to define future spacecraft systems and reduce risks
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a similar field.
- Understanding of one or multiple satellite subsystems, including Mechanical, Thermal, Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS), Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC), Propulsion, or Electrical systems.
- Experience collaborating with technical teams.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Working towards a Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a similar field.
- Familiarity with requirement formulation, validation, and verification best practices.
- Experience with hardware testing, including both functional and environmental testing.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Julia, and/or C.
- Ability to design, build, and test ideas through coursework or project history, with the capacity to discuss in depth.
- Understanding of the product development lifecycle process, including analysis and design, development tools and technologies, release and version control, and testing methodologies.
- Access to export-controlled information without requiring additional export licensing, as this position requires compliance with EAR ITAR regulations.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation range: $35 - $60 per hour (US), final salary determined by experience, skills, and location
Work schedule: Full-time, in-office, 5 days per week during internship program
Work environment perks: Commuter benefits, paid time off for holidays and company-wide days off, internet reimbursement, access to LinkedIn Learning
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