Space Operations Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

Impulsespace; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Impulse Space is offering a Space Operations Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027 in Redondo Beach. You will assist with planning, development, and testing of mission operations, working with engineers on simulations, test campaigns, and procedure development.

The role provides hands-on exposure to real-time spacecraft operations for near-Earth and interplanetary missions, with a 12-week duration from May/June to August/September 2027.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recent completion of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, physics or related technical field.
• Familiarity with scripting or programming (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and testing operational procedures for spacecraft missions.
• Support mission simulations and rehearsals using hardware- and software-in-the-loop environments.
• Help create tools and scripts to automate operational tasks.
• Collaborate with subsystem teams to gather inputs and refine operations plans.
• Participate in reviews, test campaigns, and anomaly investigations as needed.
• Contribute to documentation and mission readiness activities.

Skills

Python

C++

MATLAB

Strong problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, physics, or related field

Job description

Impulse Space is offering a Space Operations Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027 in Redondo Beach. You will assist with planning, development, and testing of mission operations, working with engineers on simulations, test campaigns, and procedure development.

The role provides hands-on exposure to real-time spacecraft operations for near-Earth and interplanetary missions, with a 12-week duration from May/June to August/September 2027.