About the role#
We are looking for software engineering interns to join our team in Los Angeles. You will work alongside our engineering staff to build and improve the software that powers our satellite buses. This is a 10 to 12 week program designed to provide hands-on experience through project-based work, mentorship, and learning sessions.
What you'll do#
- Develop and improve the software that controls our satellites.
- Improve microcontroller devices used in space.
- Write embedded software for new hardware components.
- Contribute to simulations and user interfaces.
What you'll need#
- Proficiency in C++ or C programming.
- A BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Graduation date in the Fall of 2027 or the Spring of 2028.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Terms: Spring 2027 or Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
- Note: Spring interns must be able to pause or adjust academic commitments for the duration of the program.
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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