About the role#
We are looking for an Electrical Engineering intern to join our team for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site position based in San Carlos, California. You will work directly on hardware and systems that power our space-based energy infrastructure.
What you'll do#
- Design, simulate, and test RF and optical communication systems.
- Develop firmware and software for avionics, compute, and ground systems.
- Perform PCB layout, electrical design, and satellite component integration.
- Conduct spacecraft and launch vehicle analysis, including thermal modeling and mechanical design.
- Work on propulsion system design, fluids analysis, and structural mechanics.
- Validate and troubleshoot hardware and subsystems.
- Manage data analysis, CAD modeling, and technical documentation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in a STEM field such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science.
- Strong grasp of fundamentals in math, physics, or engineering.
- Ability to work hands-on in a lab environment with test equipment.
- A collaborative, self-directed work style and comfort with ambiguity.
Location & details#
- This internship is located in San Carlos, CA.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- This is a paid position.
- We do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.
- Applicants must meet U.S. government space technology export regulation requirements (ITAR).
About Cowboy Space Corporation
Cowboy Space Corporation develops space-based power grids for artificial intelligence. The company builds a constellation of satellites called Stampede to provide on-orbit GPU data centers and optical data transmission. Its architecture integrates rockets and satellites into unified vehicles to increase compute capacity in Low Earth Orbit. Founded in 2024, the business is based in San Carlos, California. It currently employs 97 people.
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