Intern in the Electrical Department - Data Handling Systems Section

ESA; Noordwijk; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ESA in Noordwijk, Netherlands, invites applications for a position within the Avionics and EEE Division, focusing on the reliability, design assurance, qualification, and testing of spacecraft avionics and EEE components. The role supports radiation hardness assurance and collaboration with laboratories, industry partners, and researchers, with emphasis on training and knowledge dissemination.

This external posting highlights opportunities at ESTEC for design verification, component

Job description

Job Requisition ID:21023

Date Posted:1 November 2026

Closing Date:30 November 2026 23:59 CET/CEST

Publication Method:External Only

Directorate:Technology, Engineering and Quality

Location

ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands

Our team and mission

The Avionics and EEE Division plays a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and advancement of spacecraft avionics and component technologies. Its mission spans design assurance, qualification, and testing of EEE components, as well as radiation hardness assurance for space systems in its domain of responsibility. The division operates specialised laboratories and provides expertise to ESA projects, industry, and research partners. It actively disseminates knowledge through internal and external training, conference participation, and tutoring of PhD students, ESA Graduate Trainees (EGTs), and National Trainees, fostering innovation and professional growth.

Components

The Section is responsible for ensuring that all EEEE Components (passive & active) flown on ESA missions are suitable for their application and the environment for which they are intended, lead the development of EEEE Components and their qualification. European Space…