Avionics Intern: Build & Test Satellite Systems

Apex Technology, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Technology, Inc. seeks talented engineering interns to work with the avionics team on spacecraft hardware. You’ll contribute to design, circuit layouts, PCB work, and testing from design through validation, gaining hands‑on experience on real spacecraft buses.

We emphasize collaboration in a dynamic environment and provide mentorship, learning sessions, and industry networking to launch your aerospace career.

Qualifications

• Graduating in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Physics.
• Proficiency in tools for PCB design, circuit design and simulation.
• 3+ months’ experience applying technical skills outside the classroom (lab, research, personal projects, internships, or teams).
• Ability to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic professional setting.
• GPA of 3.0 or above preferred; spring interns may pause or adjust academic commitments.

Responsibilities

• Interns will contribute to spacecraft avionics and testing from design through test and validation.
• This includes designing and simulating circuits, laying out PCBs and bringing boards up for one of our spacecrafts (Leo Aries, Geo Aries, Nova and Comet).
• Learn about radiation environments and spacecraft subsystems.

Skills

PCB design

Circuit design

Circuit simulation

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing BS/MS in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Physics

Tools

PCB design software

Circuit simulation software

Job description

Apex Technology, Inc. seeks talented engineering interns to work with the avionics team on spacecraft hardware. You’ll contribute to design, circuit layouts, PCB work, and testing from design through validation, gaining hands‑on experience on real spacecraft buses.

We emphasize collaboration in a dynamic environment and provide mentorship, learning sessions, and industry networking to launch your aerospace career.