About the role#
This internship is a twelve-week, full-time, paid role based in San Francisco. It is designed for students currently enrolled in a four-year university program. You will contribute to meaningful projects, similar to past interns who have designed and tested hardware that is now in orbit.
What you'll do#
- Design and build the factory systems used to manufacture satellites.
- Deliver a physical propulsion subsystem, from tank to thruster, that is ready for space operations.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Proficiency in CAD software such as Solidworks, Creo, or NX.
- A strong interest in manufacturing and applying knowledge of how things are made.
- A drive to fix broken equipment, processes, or communication gaps.
- Hands-on experience with design and development.
- U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or refugee/asylee status is required due to government space technology export regulations.
Bonus points if you have experience with:
- Building or testing liquid propulsion systems.
- Writing work instructions, test procedures, or using MES/ERP software.
- Welding, machining, or designing welded and machined components.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $29.00 per hour.
About Astranis Space Technologies
Astranis Space Technologies designs and manufactures satellites for high-orbit operations. Founded in 2015, the company is based in San Francisco and employs over 500 people. Its primary product, MicroGEO, delivers broadband services to commercial and government customers. The firm maintains contracts with organizations including NASA and the Space Force to support various communications and science missions.
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