Lunar Lander Mission Ops Intern — Hands-on Space Planning

Intuitive Machines Llc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Intuitive Machines Llc is seeking a Mission Operations Intern in Houston, TX for Summer 2027. You will work with mission operations personnel and spacecraft engineers to plan and prepare lunar lander missions, including IM-4 and IM-5, gaining hands-on exposure to mission planning, engineering integration, and flight controller training.

The role focuses on developing timelines and procedures, scripting training simulations, creating technical documentation, and producing mission readiness

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a technical field.
• Interest in space exploration and mission operations.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work in a multidisciplinary technical environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining mission timelines.
• Support preparation of procedures for lunar lander spacecraft systems.
• Participate in mission planning and engineering integration activities.
• Assist in flight controller training simulations and scripting.
• Help develop training materials and mission readiness products.
• Collaborate with teams to support mission operations.

Skills

Spacecraft systems interest

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Undergrad/grad in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, CS, Physics, Math

Tools

Excel VBA

Job description

Intuitive Machines Llc is seeking a Mission Operations Intern in Houston, TX for Summer 2027. You will work with mission operations personnel and spacecraft engineers to plan and prepare lunar lander missions, including IM-4 and IM-5, gaining hands-on exposure to mission planning, engineering integration, and flight controller training.

The role focuses on developing timelines and procedures, scripting training simulations, creating technical documentation, and producing mission readiness