Spacecraft Test Engineer Intern

CesiumAstro; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Spring 2027 Test Engineer Intern to gain hands-on experience in electronics test theory and lab work for satellites and aerospace systems. You will participate in tests across prototype, qualification, and acceptance stages, working with test architectures, fixtures, and data analysis.

Strong communication skills are essential for presenting findings to peers and leadership. The internship is onsite, with compensation and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in engineering at an accredited institution.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to assess and improve test processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, share ideas, and contribute to collective goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and present findings.
• High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in process documentation and quality control activities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the test engineering team to execute tests in the electronics lab, such as functional testing, digital signal integrity verification, or power converter control loop measurements.
• Work with test architectures and test systems, including equipment selection, test fixtures, data logging methodology, and interfaces.
• Assemble complex test setups, working with design engineers and technicians.
• Executing tests at the prototype, qualification, and acceptance stages.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving production issues by applying engineering principles and problem‑solving skills.
• Collect and analyze data from test processes to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Assist in quality control activities, including inspections, testing, and root cause analysis for non‑conforming products.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

RF signal generators

Vector signal analyzers

Job description

CesiumAstro is seeking a Spring 2027 Test Engineer Intern to gain hands-on experience in electronics test theory and lab work for satellites and aerospace systems. You will participate in tests across prototype, qualification, and acceptance stages, working with test architectures, fixtures, and data analysis.

Strong communication skills are essential for presenting findings to peers and leadership. The internship is onsite, with compensation and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge