Hardware Engineering Summer Intern (Mechanical, Propulsion, Payload, Manufacturing)
Location
Irvine, CA
Level
Internship
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
$52,000 - $62,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-02-06
Responsibilities
- Perform development activities including design, assembly, testing, and documentation of satellites.
- Act as a technical reference within a group or solution.
- Develop and maintain best practices through technical reviews and mentoring.
- Conduct root cause analysis and validation/verification testing.
- Contribute to the engineering roadmap process for R&D projects.
- Participate in team collaborations and design reviews.
- Drive designs from concept through testing and flight.
Job Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
- Passion for and knowledge of aerospace and space technology.
- Ability to work full time (40 hours per week) on-site in Irvine, CA for 12 consecutive weeks.
- Must provide own transportation and housing.
- Preferred GPA of 3.5 or above.
- Hands-on experience in designing hardware is a plus.
- Must meet ITAR requirements for U.S. export controls.
