Embedded Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

lunaroutpost; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunar Outpost in Golden, Colorado, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineering Intern to help develop, test, and refine software for our autonomous hardware. You will work directly alongside full-time engineers on real, impactful projects and gain end-to-end experience in robotic development.

This on-site internship runs June through late August, with occasional remote Wednesdays and flexible start dates to fit your school schedule.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience in embedded development.
• Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and refine embedded software for Lunar Outpost hardware.
• Collaborate directly with full-time engineers on real, impactful projects.

Skills

Embedded development

Embedded C

Git

CI/CD

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelors/Masters in CS/EE/CE

Tools

Bitbucket

Job description

As an Embedded Software Engineering Intern at Lunar Outpost, you will be integral to developing, testing, and refining the embedded software on Lunar Outpost hardware. All interns will work directly alongside full-time engineers on real, engaging, and impactful projects, providing tangible value to Lunar Outpost products. This internship offers a truly end-to-end experience that promotes collaboration at every stage of autonomous robotic development.

Working Conditions / Schedule: This position is required to be onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where applicable, employees may work remotely on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Experience in embedded development
• Proficient in embedded C
  
• Experience using version control tools such as Git
  
• Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work methodically in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Can effectively demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills, while also excelling in collaboration and teamwork in an interdisciplinary environment
• Exhibits strong organizational and time management skills under pressure and in stressful situations
• Fueled by a passion for space exploration and the boundless possibilities beyond our world

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with real-time operating system (RTOS)
• Experience working in a startup and/or aerospace environment
  
• Experience with C++ and Python
  
• Ability to test and analyze the performance of robotic platforms utilizing simulations and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)
  
• Knowledge of robotic systems, including perception, integration of various sensors, motors, and control systems
  
• Experience with board bringup and peripherals such as GPIOs, SPI, ADC, UARTS, and I2C
  
• Experience with NASA core flight software
• Experience with Bitbucket
• Experience working with FPGAs

Early-June (June 7, 2027) to late August (August 20, 2027). Start and end dates are flexible with the intern's school schedule. This is an in-person internship; Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Golden, Colorado.

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.