About the role#
Intuitive Machines is hiring a Robotics Engineering Intern to support the OMES III contract for NASA’s In-space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) Capabilities Office. This role is based at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. You will assist a team focused on maturing robotic technologies for satellite servicing, space assembly, and spacecraft repair.
What you'll do#
- Support test facility setup and the testing of new robotic systems.
- Create CAD models of mission environments and test facilities at Goddard Space Flight Center.
- Build tools to analyze robot performance, reach, and access.
- Design and 3D print interactive scale models of robots and spacecraft.
- Develop software for tabletop robotic systems.
- Integrate AI tools into various phases of the software development lifecycle.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or high school program pursuing a degree or coursework in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems, and take initiative.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on teamwork.
- Experience with CAD software, specifically CREO or Blender.
- Experience designing and fabricating parts.
- Experience with Linux, Python, or Robot Operating System (ROS).
- Familiarity with AI tools for software development.
Location & details#
- Location: Greenbelt, Maryland.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: $16 - $19.50 per hour.
About Intuitive Machines
Intuitive Machines is a space infrastructure company based in Houston, Texas. Founded in 2013, the firm builds spacecraft and operates infrastructure for commercial, civil, and national security clients. It maintains expertise in precision navigation and additive manufacturing. The company currently employs 711 people.
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