About the role#
We are looking for an Integration & Test Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer of 2027. You will work directly with our integration and test engineers to help build flight-ready hardware. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Seal Beach, California.
What you'll do#
- Assist the integration and test team with the development of flight-ready products.
- Gain hands-on experience with spacecraft systems.
- Participate in lab activities and technical projects.
What you'll need#
- You must be a rising senior or enrolled in graduate studies with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Pursuing a degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Hands-on lab experience, including soldering, hardware debugging, and operating electronic equipment.
- Knowledge of software, scripting, and automation, specifically Python.
- An understanding of spacecraft design and system interfaces.
- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and clear communication skills.
- You must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in an ITAR compliant environment.
- You cannot hold other employment during the internship.
Location & details#
- Location: Seal Beach, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 weeks).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $30.00 per hour.
About AstroForge
AstroForge is a space research and technology company based in Seal Beach, California. Founded in 2022, the organization focuses on extracting metals from asteroids. It aims to integrate these space resources into the Earth supply chain. The company currently employs 72 people.
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