About the role#
The Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT) team validates spacecraft hardware through unit acceptance and system-level testing. As a Test Engineering Intern, you will support the design, setup, and execution of tests for spacecraft subsystems. You will collaborate with engineers and technicians to develop test procedures and analyze data to ensure our satellites operate reliably in space. This is a full-time, on-site internship based in San Jose, California, running between May and September 2027.
What you'll do#
- Assist in developing and updating test processes for satellite-level and unit-level testing, including thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI, and functional testing.
- Update existing test stations to improve usability, streamline workflows, and increase testing efficiency.
- Support the development of basic automation for lab test equipment used in hardware testing.
- Execute test plans under engineer supervision, including functional checkout, environmental stress testing, and troubleshooting.
- Collect and process test data, perform preliminary analysis, and generate summary reports.
- Support the integration of satellite hardware and ground support equipment in cleanroom and lab environments.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Aerospace, Systems, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines.
- Proficiency in a programming or scripting language for hardware interfacing and data analysis.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach complex, multi-disciplinary challenges from a first-principles perspective.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous internship or co-op experience.
- Experience on technical project teams.
- Knowledge of a specific satellite subsystem or domain, such as GNC, RF communications, or power systems.
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL/HITL) testing or system integration.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid position ($40/hour for Bachelor's students, $45/hour for Master's, $50/hour for PhD students)
- Note: This position requires access to export-controlled information, necessitating U.S. person status or eligibility for export authorization.
About Muon Space
Muon Space is a space systems provider based in Mountain View, California. Founded in 2021, the company designs, builds, and operates satellite constellations. It provides Earth intelligence data for sectors such as national security and climate monitoring. The firm employs between 51 and 200 people.
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