Space Propulsion Engineer Intern: Build & Test Hardware

Astranis; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Astranis invites students to join as Interns for a 12‑week program in Northern California. You’ll work on propulsion hardware, analyze and test systems, and collaborate across teams to advance space hardware.

Internships are hourly roles designed for students enrolled in a four-year university, with many interns moving to full‑time roles. As an intern, you will contribute to hardware/software that could be launched on our first satellite, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship from seasoned

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or Physics.
• Experience designing, building, and testing hardware from scratch.
• Understanding of spacecraft systems and operation.

Responsibilities

• Make an impact on the Propulsion team by designing, analyzing, building, and testing propulsion system hardware.
• Take on interdisciplinary projects with other teams to support Propulsion and company initiatives.
• Learn how to apply academic experience to real‑world situations and develop team skills.

Skills

Propulsion design

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Hands-on hardware testing

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or Physics

Tools

Python

Job description

Astranis invites students to join as Interns for a 12‑week program in Northern California. You’ll work on propulsion hardware, analyze and test systems, and collaborate across teams to advance space hardware.

Internships are hourly roles designed for students enrolled in a four-year university, with many interns moving to full‑time roles. As an intern, you will contribute to hardware/software that could be launched on our first satellite, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship from seasoned