Satellite Hardware Engineer Intern (Winter 2027)

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

Job summary

Astranis is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern for Winter 2027 in San Francisco. You will collaborate with the engineering team to design, build, and test satellite hardware and software, gaining hands-on experience on real spacecraft projects.

The role involves designing structures and mechanisms, performing mechanical and thermal analyses, and integrating parts to improve build processes. Students currently pursuing a B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and test hardware from scratch.
• Passion for hardware development and hands-on design in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the engineering team to design, build, and test satellite hardware and/or software.
• Design, evaluate, procure, assemble, and test structures and mechanisms for spacecraft.
• Perform mechanical and thermal analysis for spacecraft systems.
• Integrate parts and systems and document procedures to improve build processes.

Skills

Hardware development

Hands-on design

Mechanical design

Education

B.S. in mechanical engineering

B.S. in aerospace engineering

Tools

CAD

Stress analysis software

Thermal analysis software

Control system modeling tools

Job description

Astranis is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern for Winter 2027 in San Francisco. You will collaborate with the engineering team to design, build, and test satellite hardware and software, gaining hands-on experience on real spacecraft projects.

The role involves designing structures and mechanisms, performing mechanical and thermal analyses, and integrating parts to improve build processes. Students currently pursuing a B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering are encouraged to apply.