Space Radiation Effects Intern — Hardware Test & Analysis

Astranis Space Technologies; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Astranis Space Technologies is seeking a Radiation Effects Engineer Intern for Fall 2026. You will model, analyze, and rigorously test spacecraft hardware in a space radiation environment, characterizing degradation and conducting hardware testing at laboratories across the U.S.

This internship lasts twelve weeks and targets students enrolled at a four-year university. Role includes evaluating fault-tolerant electrical systems, developing test fixtures, and supporting radiation testing campaigns

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Hands-on hardware development and testing in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with electronics lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Power supplies).
• Experience with Altium Designer for schematic capture/board layout.
• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required per export regulations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate fault-tolerant electrical systems in a radiation environment.
• Create electrical test plans, develop test fixtures, document results.
• Support radiation testing campaigns for TID and SEE characterization.
• Collaborate across teams to inform decisions with radiation considerations.
• Assist with breadboarding, test setup verification, and basic cable harnesses.

Skills

Hardware development

Hands-on testing

Electrical testing

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Source meter units

Altium Designer

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

SPICE simulators (LTSpice, PSPICE, ADS)

Job description

Astranis Space Technologies is seeking a Radiation Effects Engineer Intern for Fall 2026. You will model, analyze, and rigorously test spacecraft hardware in a space radiation environment, characterizing degradation and conducting hardware testing at laboratories across the U.S.

This internship lasts twelve weeks and targets students enrolled at a four-year university. Role includes evaluating fault-tolerant electrical systems, developing test fixtures, and supporting radiation testing campaigns