Propulsion Manufacturing Intern (Winter 2027)

Astranis Space Technologies Corp.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Astranis Space Technologies Corp. in Northern California is offering a Propulsion Manufacturing Intern position for Winter 2027. Internships are twelve weeks, hourly roles for students enrolled at a four-year university, with meaningful work on propulsion hardware heading to space.

Base pay starts at $29 per hour. If you have already graduated, apply to be an Associate Engineer. Candidates pursue a BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering and are proficient with CAD

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Proficient in CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, NX, etc.).
• Hands-on design and development in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interest in manufacturing and learning how things are made.
• Desire to fix equipment, processes, or communication issues.
• Apply even if not meeting all criteria.

Responsibilities

• Design & Build the factory that builds satellites.
• Deliver a propulsion subsystem from tank to thruster, ready for space.

Skills

CAD software

Hands-on design

Manufacturing interest

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

BS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Industrial/Manufacturing Eng

Tools

MES/ERP software

Job description

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe- large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts.

Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world's best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.

Propulsion Manufacturing Intern (Winter 2027)

Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are hourly roles designed for students who are currently enrolled at a four-year university.

As an Intern, you will have an amazing opportunity to work on hard problems - we pride ourselves on giving everyone at Astranis a chance to do meaningful work on challenging projects, no matter their seniority. Many past interns have designed and tested hardware/software that is heading to space on our first satellite, and many of them are now full-time employees at Astranis.

If you have already graduated from a four-year university, please apply to be an Associate Engineer.

Role

• Design & Build the factory that builds satellites.
• Deliver a physical propulsion subsystem, from tank to thruster, that is ready to operate in space.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Proficiency in a CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, NX, etc.)
• A passion for building things, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
• Strong interest in manufacturing; learning "How It's Made," and applying that knowledge
• Compulsion to fix anything that's broken, whether its a piece of equipment, a bad process, or communication between teams
• Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.

Bonus

• Experience building or testing liquid propulsion systems
• Experience writing work instructions, test procedures, or using MES/ERP software
• Experience welding, machining, or designing welded/ machined components

The base pay for this position is $29.00 per hour.

Base Hourly Pay

$29 — $29 USD

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Our mission and products are built for everyone, regardless of gender, race, creed, or background. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we invite all people to join our team and bring their unique perspectives to make us stronger.

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