Space Structures Intern — Hands-On In-Orbit Hardware
Vardaspace
Varda Space Industries in El Segundo, CA offers Spring internships for students enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program. Internships are full-time and on-site, with candidates actively enrolled to be considered. The role focuses on the Structures Team, designing, building, and testing mechanical elements of our in-orbit manufacturing spacecraft and ground support equipment. Interns will gain hands-on experience in CAD, FEA, machining, and Python while contributing to #J-18808-Ljbffr Vardaspace
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GITAI is a space robotics company working to reduce... ...ambitious. But getting hardware to space is only the first... ...robotic systems for orbital, lunar, and defense applications... ...buses, satellite bus structures, solar array mechanisms... ..., fabrication support, hands‑on assembly,...InternshipStructuresFull timeWork at officeRelocation packageMonday to FridayWeekend work$100k - $120k
...that fly, perform in orbit, and scale internationally. We pair world‑... ...roof to reimagine how space systems are built, starting... ...afraid to get their hands dirty to solve a... ...: Mechanical & Structural Design Own sub‑system... ...assemble spacecraft hardware, utilizing in‑house...InternshipStructuresWorldwideShift workWeekend work$33 per hour
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for... ...development of commercial space infrastructure,... ..., mechatronics, structures, fabrication, and... ...electromechanical hardware while engaging with... ...Comfort using common hand tools and interest... ...You May Work On Intern projects will be...InternshipStructuresHourly payPermanent employmentFull timeLocal areaImmediate startRelocationFlexible hours- Impulse Space in Redondo Beach seeks a Mechanical Engineer II to design, build, test and integrate hardware for our Vehicle Engineering team. You will own cradle-to-grave structures and space mechanisms for next‑gen propulsion vehicles. You will develop detailed hardware...Structures
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...Organization Building Advanced Space Systems Los Angeles,... ...execution of complex hardware and software systems... ...resources beyond Earth orbit. With near-term mission... ...ideal candidate is a hands-on engineering leader... ...workflows, and organizational structures Recruit, mentor, and...Structures$20 per hour
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for... ...development of commercial space infrastructure,... ...close to the hardware, integrating with... ...Skills And Experience Hands‑on experience with... ...Data Structures & Algorithms (Bonus... ...receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of...InternshipStructuresPermanent employmentFull timeSummer workSummer internshipWork at officeImmediate startRelocationFlexible hours$100k - $117.5k
...solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work on hardware that will deliver satellites into earth orbit, ferry humans to and from the international space station, and ultimately... ...inspection (e.g., refining GD&T datum structures and callouts for stable,...InternshipStructuresPermanent employmentTemporary workWeekend work$95k - $115k
...TEST ENGINEER (FALCON 9 STRUCTURES) As an Integration and... ...at the cutting edge of space technology. You will work... ...deliver satellites into earth orbit, ferry humans to and from the international space station, and... ...development of new and existing hardware and take a lead role in...InternshipStructuresPermanent employmentFull timeTemporary workRemote workWeekend work- ...Test Hardware Engineer (Electrical)As a Test... ...with resourceful, hands-on problem-solving... ...including project structure, device tagging, terminal... ...capabilities and internal equity. In... ...Impulse SpaceImpulse Space, the in-space transportation... ...beyond Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with its...StructuresFull timeRemote work
$160k - $200k
About VardaLow Earth orbit is open for... ...development of commercial space infrastructure,... ...a Senior Avionics Hardware Development... ...thermal, GNC, and structures to determine across... ...principles. Strong hands-on lab experience... ...receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of...StructuresPermanent employmentFull timeImmediate startRelocation packageFlexible hours$33 per hour
...on critical spaceflight hardware and ground support systems... ...directly to our in‑space manufacturing and reentry missions. Interns will join a fast‑paced team... ...hardware requirements Perform hands‑on fabrication tasks or... ...systems, spacecraft structures, or aerospace...InternshipStructuresHourly payPermanent employmentFull timeWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startRelocationRelocation packageFlexible hours$20k
...test, production, launch, and in-orbit operations Architect system designs... ...Experience with system trades and first-hand knowledge of how requirements tie hardware to larger systems 1+ years of... ...avionics enclosures and secondary structure Experience with harness design...InternshipStructuresPermanent employmentTemporary workWeekend work$100k - $120k
...CA is looking for a Spacecraft Engineer Intern (Mechanical) to manage spacecraft design... ...integration projects. This role involves hands-on prototyping, mechanical design, and collaboration... ..., with unlimited PTO and daily catering provided on-site. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oligo SpaceInternship- ...vehicles on National Security Space Launch (NSSL) programs. You’ll... ...launch operations. This is a hands-on integration role in a... ...matter experts across propulsion, structures, avionics, ground systems, and... ...launch-site integration and on-orbit operations. Company...Structures
$37 per hour
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda... ...of commercial space infrastructure, from in... ...a Software Engineering Intern, you will contribute to... ...infrastructure‑as‑code, hardware‑in‑the‑loop frameworks,... ...fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and operating...InternshipStructuresHourly payPermanent employmentFull timeWork at officeLocal areaImmediate startRelocationRelocation packageFlexible hours- ..., test engineers, GNC, structures, and integration to translate... ...-transfer, including hand calculation methods ~... ...capabilities and internal equity. In addition to... ...retirement plan. Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing... ...beyond Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with its fleet of...InternshipStructuresPermanent employmentFull timeFlexible hours
- ...California is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern / Co-op for Fall 2026. You will join the hardware development team working on space-based interceptor hardware, satellite bus... ...and supporting tests. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, ownership, and direct feedback...InternshipWork at office
- Varda Space Industries in Los Angeles, CA, offers a Spring internship with the payload team to design, build, test, and operate Varda... ..., and fabrication skills to deliver flight electromechanical hardware under mentorship from aerospace professionals. Internships are...InternshipFull time
- ...Description Job Description The Space System Engineer will lead... ...departments in a matrix structure to ensure mission success, reporting... ...information Integrate hardware and software components for... ...launch-site integration and on-orbit operations. Company...StructuresFull time
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$100k - $115k
...responsible for designing and building flight hardware such as primary structures, propellant tanks, integration... ...get out from behind a desk, and be hands‑on working alongside a world‑class production... ...****@*****.***. #J-18808-Ljbffr SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORPInternshipStructuresPermanent employmentTemporary workWeekend work$169k - $216k
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for... ...development of commercial space infrastructure,... .... You'll work hands-on with flight software... ..., simulation and hardware-in-the-loop... ...mission-grade UIs with structured command workflows,... ...receive(at this time, interns receive a subset...StructuresPermanent employmentFull timeImmediate startRelocationFlexible hours$22 per hour
...and end dates are flexible. Interns must be available to work part... ...and Trainee roles — provide hands-on opportunities for students... ...exposure to the business through structured learning, executive... ...Technology Lab environment, including hardware, software, infrastructure,...InternshipStructuresPart timeTraineeshipSeasonal workWork at officeImmediate startFlexible hours
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