Electrical Engineering Internship (Path to Full Time Hire)

Space Kinetic Corp.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Space Kinetic Corp. is seeking an Electrical Engineer Intern at their El Segundo, CA location. This internship offers hands-on learning experience in electrical and mechanical systems design, assembly, troubleshooting, and testing. Interns collaborate with experienced engineers, gaining insights into circuit design and system integration.

Ideal candidates are currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering and have a passion for space systems. Compensation ranges from $20 to $30 USD per hour.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or recently graduated.
• Experience working with electrical systems.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, self-driven workplace.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, design, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair of systems.
• Participate in circuit and system design using industry-standard tools.
• Collect data and provide reports to the engineering team.

Skills

Electrical systems

Design skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Altium

LTspice

Matlab

Job description

Who We Are

Space Kinetic is a cleared, venture‑backed startup focused on addressing urgent national security priorities. Our goal is to deliver a suite of asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense leveraging our proprietary electromechanical deployment system, which enables the rapid deployment of low‑cost payloads through space without firing a thruster. Space Kinetic is currently assembling its TRL‑5 prototype to provide the United States with a new tool for securing the space domain and catalyzing the emerging space economy.

Our Intern Program

Space Kinetic’s internship program is designed to identify top early‑career talent for potential full‑time roles. Over the three‑month program, interns are paired with a mentor, assigned one to three meaningful projects, and provide monthly progress updates to the management team. Interns who demonstrate strong performance, ownership, and alignment with Space Kinetic’s mission may receive a full‑time offer upon successful completion of the internship.

What You’ll Do

Interns acquire hands‑on learning experience while working on meaningful projects to gain significant career experience. At Space Kinetic, we provide the tools, training, and mentorship for interns to do their very best work and discover opportunities to advance their careers, providing a pathway for personal growth.

As an Electrical Engineer Intern, this role will include a combination of design and hands‑on activities to support the development, design, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair of innovative electrical and mechanical systems. The intern will work closely with senior electrical and mechanical designers and have an opportunity to participate in circuit and system design and analysis using industry standard design and modelling tools. As designs are fabricated, the intern will participate in troubleshooting and testing of the prototype equipment and contribute to system integration tasks including interconnecting sensors, data acquisition systems, motor drivers, and computers. Candidates should possess strong engineering fundamentals and have a passion for both hands‑on design and analysis. The Intern will be working with Space Kinetic engineers on site, supporting testing of prototypes, collecting data, and providing reports to the engineering team.

What It Takes

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering at an accredited college or university or have recently graduated
• Experience working with electrical systems
• Passion for design, manufacturing, and testing of space systems and/or mechanisms
• Analytical, problem‑solving, and electrical skills are required
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, self‑driven, rapidly growing entrepreneurial workplace
• Ability to work with minimal direction or support, to learn quickly; strong analytical skills; creative and innovative thinking; detail‑oriented; commitment to follow‑through; enthusiastic with a talent for motivating others; receptive to criticism and open to others’ ideas; and effective in written communication.
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
• Ability to maintain or obtain Government Security Clearance.

What We’d Love

• Experience with electrical test tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes as well as familiarity with wiring, soldering and crimping
• Prior experience with spacecraft design
• Experience working on a launch vehicle or satellite development effort
• Familiarity with modelling and design software such as Altium, LTspice, and Matlab
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment
• Passion for the commercial and government space industry
• Passion for spacecraft or launch vehicle system development

Where You’ll Be

• The position is onsite in El Segundo, CA.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Compensation

Pay Range: $20 USD - $30 USD.