Launch Site Development Intern: Space Infrastructure & CAD

Firefly Aerospace; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a motivated Launch Site Development Intern to aid the design and development of launch infrastructure and ground support equipment. The role provides hands-on exposure to TEL structural design, CAD workflows, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The ideal candidate is pursuing an engineering degree with interest in launch operations, ground systems, and spaceflight infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Fundamental understanding of structural design principles.
• Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or NX.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering stakeholders to gather and document structural, fluid, and electrical design requirements for the Alpha Deployable TEL.
• Consolidate system requirements and design concepts into an initial TEL structural design using CAD tools.
• Develop layouts, models, and preliminary analyses for launch site structures and ground support.
• Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and review materials for CoDR of the Alpha Deployable TEL structure.
• Participate in design reviews and trade studies related to launch site development.
• Gain exposure to industry standards, safety considerations, and best practices for launch infrastructure.
• Perform additional engineering or documentation tasks as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

CAD familiarity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Aerospace/Civil-Structural Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

NX

Job description

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a motivated Launch Site Development Intern to aid the design and development of launch infrastructure and ground support equipment. The role provides hands-on exposure to TEL structural design, CAD workflows, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The ideal candidate is pursuing an engineering degree with interest in launch operations, ground systems, and spaceflight infrastructure.