On-site Mechatronics Intern, Space Propulsion

Benchmark Space Systems; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor assignment

Direct project collaboration with多工程师

Flexible scheduling

Housing assistance for out-of-state

Job summary

Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a Mechatronics Engineering Intern for the summer of 2027 to join the Avionics and Test Stand team. You will design, build, and test next-generation propulsion products for small satellites, gaining exposure to industry best practices, engineering software, and documentation practices.

The internship is on-site in Pleasanton, CA, offering mentorship, exposure to cross-functional teams, and opportunities to contribute to real hardware for spaceflight programs.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Previous internship or research in the space industry is a plus but not required.
• U.S. Person Requirement: visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and review test plans and procedures.
• Create, modify, and review test fixture and test stand designs.
• Create and manage assembly and testing schedule.
• Identify opportunities to improve test processes and workflows for efficiency and quality.
• Document test results, redlines, and author test reports.
• Balance multiple projects/workloads and take direction as needed.
• Regularly communicate status of assignments.

Skills

SolidWorks

Embedded systems

Microcontroller programming

Prototyping (mechanical)

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Education

Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a Mechatronics Engineering Intern for the summer of 2027 to join the Avionics and Test Stand team. You will design, build, and test next-generation propulsion products for small satellites, gaining exposure to industry best practices, engineering software, and documentation practices.

The internship is on-site in Pleasanton, CA, offering mentorship, exposure to cross-functional teams, and opportunities to contribute to real hardware for spaceflight programs.