Flight Software Intern — Spacecraft & Systems

Muon Space, Inc.; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Muon Space, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking a Flight Software Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to contribute to software that runs on satellites and testing tools. You will own a project from design to deployment with mentorship and hands-on experience.

The role focuses on C/C++ and Python, developing simulations, tests, and debugging software with hardware integration. This on-site internship offers real impact, mentorship from experienced aerospace engineers, and exposure to space-grade

Qualifications

• Experience with spacecraft software development is a plus.
• Strong fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, and software principles.
• Ability to break down problems, test assumptions, and debug effectively.
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar tools and systems, and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for spacecraft or supporting development and test tools.
• Propose and iterate on software designs with guidance from the team.
• Write automated tests and use simulation or hardware testing to validate work.
• Investigate and debug software issues, including software-hardware interactions.
• Participate in code reviews and document work for reuse by other engineers.

Job description

Muon Space, Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking a Flight Software Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to contribute to software that runs on satellites and testing tools. You will own a project from design to deployment with mentorship and hands-on experience.

The role focuses on C/C++ and Python, developing simulations, tests, and debugging software with hardware integration. This on-site internship offers real impact, mentorship from experienced aerospace engineers, and exposure to space-grade