Internship Hardware Embedded Systems (F/M/X)

ISPTech; Ludwigsburg; Híbrido; EUR 12.000 - 18.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working time

Hybrid work model

Hands-on project exposure

Direct collaboration with engineering팀

Descripción de la vacante

InSpacePropulsion Technologies GmbH in Ludwigsburg is offering a student internship focused on hardware and firmware development for space propulsion systems. You will join a hands-on engineering team and contribute to testing, debugging, and prototype work.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a relevant engineering program, comfortable with practical tasks, and eager to learn quickly in a fast-paced startup environment.

Formación

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's in a related technical field.
• Hands‑on mentality; comfortable with practical tasks.
• Fundamental embedded systems knowledge (hardware/firmware).
• Basic programming knowledge (C/C++, Python).
• Fluent in English; proficiency in German is a plus.
• Familiarity with PCB design software (Altium, KiCad).
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a dynamic start-up.

Responsabilidades

• Test hardware functionality on PCBs; document results and suggest improvements.
• Assist harness design, cable assembly, and test bench wiring.
• Develop and run firmware test cases; troubleshoot issues.
• Participate in PCB layout and ECAD-driven design updates.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for HW–FW integration.

Conocimientos

Embedded systems basics

Programming: C/C++, Python

English fluency

Hands-on mentality

PCB design familiarity

German knowledge (plus)

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Embedded/related technical field

Herramientas

Altium

KiCad

Descripción del empleo

Your Main Responsibilities

• Conduct hardware functionality tests on printed circuit boards, document results, and recommend improvements. Including integrated tests with propulsion systems and thrusters.
• Assist in harness design, cable assembly, and ensure reliable connections for test benches, prototype systems and flight hardware.
• Develop and run test cases for firmware, troubleshoot software issues, and validate functionality against requirements.
• Participate in small-scale PCB layout and design modifications, working with ECAD tools.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of hardware and firmware components.

Your Qualification

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Electrical Engineering,Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on mentality; comfortable with practical tasks and eager to explore new fields.
• Basic understanding of embedded systems engineering principles (hardware and firmware).
• Basic knowledge in at least one programming language (e.g., C/C++, Python).
• Fluent in English; proficiency in German is a plus.
• Familiarity with PCB design software (e.g., Altium, KiCad) is advantageous.
• Motivated, proactive, and willing to learn quickly in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working time
• Combination of working in the office, at home, and on the go
• Professional skills development through a broad base of responsibilities and freedom
• You will be an integral part of current projects and work directly with the engineering team
• An exciting work environment encompassing the whole process from the development, building and launch of space propulsion systems
• Engage directly and actively participate in the end-to-end development processes of an expandingNew‑Space start‑up