Space Robotics Test Engineer Intern

lunaroutpost; Golden (CO); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunar Outpost Inc. in Golden, Colorado, is seeking a Test Engineer Intern to support testing and validation of lunar rovers and spaceflight hardware.

You will write test plans, fabricate test setups, and execute tests in TVAC chambers and lunar simulant facilities, collaborating with full-time engineers on meaningful projects. The internship offers an end-to-end experience in autonomous robotic development, with on-site schedule M/T/Th/F 9:00–5:00 and optional remote work on Wednesdays.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience drafting test plans, technical reports and procedures.
• Hands-on hardware experience: machining, wiring and using hand tools.
• Knowledge of space mission testing concepts: qualification vs. acceptance testing.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative working style.

Responsibilities

• Write detailed test procedures, plans, and reports.
• Design, build, and assemble test fixtures and equipment.
• Assist in executing tests on subsystems and full robotic systems.
• Run tests in Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) chambers and simulant setups.
• Analyze test data and provide feedback for design improvements.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.

Skills

Test documentation

Hardware testing

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Machining experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

Test equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lunar Outpost Inc. in Golden, Colorado, is seeking a Test Engineer Intern to support testing and validation of lunar rovers and spaceflight hardware.

You will write test plans, fabricate test setups, and execute tests in TVAC chambers and lunar simulant facilities, collaborating with full-time engineers on meaningful projects. The internship offers an end-to-end experience in autonomous robotic development, with on-site schedule M/T/Th/F 9:00–5:00 and optional remote work on Wednesdays.