Launch Systems Intern: Build Spaceflight Tech

NordSpace Corp; Markham; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

NordSpace is seeking a Launch Systems Engineering Intern to join the launch systems division and contribute to structures, avionics, propulsion, software, and test systems that power our vehicles.

The role is hands-on from day one; candidates should be self-driven, technically curious, and eager to build things that leave the planet. 8-month terms preferred, third year or beyond, with opportunities to gain substantial experience in aerospace engineering.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, mechatronics, or a closely related discipline; third year or above strongly preferred.
• Available for an 8-month internship term (strongly preferred); shorter terms are possible.
• Hands-on experience with engineering projects outside the classroom: engineering design teams, student rocketry clubs, personal builds, or research positions.
• Ability to work independently, ask questions, and navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to document your work clearly for a technical team.
• Genuine passion for space and a desire to contribute to Canada’s future among the stars.

Responsibilities

• Support the mechanical design of structural components for launch vehicles, including structures, brackets, and mechanisms.
• Assist with CAD modelling and drawings for manufactured or procured parts.
• Assemble prototypes and various ground support equipment for environmental testing.
• Assist in the design and assembly of avionics hardware, including PCB-level work and harness fabrication.
• Support electrical system integration: power budgeting, signal routing, and interface verification between subsystems.
• Contribute to testing and debugging of electronic assemblies using standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, bench power supplies).
• Assist in the design and assembly of propulsion hardware and manufacturing.
• Support system integration, and interface verification between subsystems.
• Create or support test campaigns.
• Assist in the development and testing of embedded firmware or software.
• Support software integration and validation efforts: writing drivers, test scripts, or tooling to support hardware bring-up.
• Contribute to ground support software development.
• Assist in maintaining requirements documentation, interface control documents (ICDs), and test procedures.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical documentation that captures design decisions and test results.
• Ease the integration of mechanical, electrical, and software components for significant environmental tests.

Skills

CAD modelling

Independent learner

Clear communication

Space enthusiasm

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Third year or above preferred

Tools

CAD software

PCB design

Oscilloscope

Job description

NordSpace is seeking a Launch Systems Engineering Intern to join the launch systems division and contribute to structures, avionics, propulsion, software, and test systems that power our vehicles.

The role is hands-on from day one; candidates should be self-driven, technically curious, and eager to build things that leave the planet. 8-month terms preferred, third year or beyond, with opportunities to gain substantial experience in aerospace engineering.