About the role#
Apex is looking for engineering students to join our team for an internship during the Winter or Summer of 2027. You will work alongside our engineering staff on specific projects, receiving guidance from a dedicated mentor. This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience with satellite systems and participate in learning sessions designed to build your knowledge of aerospace engineering.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the development and improvement of the Communications Subsystem.
- Perform antenna measurements.
- Execute active and passive tests.
- Conduct radio spectrum measurements.
- Characterize radio performance.
What you'll need#
- A BS or MS in Electrical Engineering.
- Graduation date in the Fall of 2027 or Spring of 2028.
- Proficiency in RF design, RF measurement techniques, or SDRs.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing
Apex manufactures spacecraft for the defense and space industry. The company produces configurable satellite buses across three product lines named Aries, Nova, and Comet. These platforms support missions from Low Earth Orbit to Geostationary Orbit. Based in Los Angeles, California, the company employs between 201 and 500 people. It focuses on high-rate manufacturing to reduce lead times for satellite constellations.
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