About the role#
The Human Systems Integration and Engineering Team at Marshall Space Flight Center supports the design and development of space flight and ground processing hardware. You will assist the team in setting and verifying Human Systems Integration requirements for hardware managed by the center. This internship involves working in both office and laboratory settings.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the design and analysis of hardware from a Human Systems Integration perspective.
- Conduct Human Factors Engineering assessments and research.
- Perform worksite analysis for ground support equipment.
- Participate in conceptual design reviews for habitation elements.
- Handle technical report writing and general Systems Engineering tasks.
- Use Computer-Aided Design software, virtual environment tools, and physical mockups to conduct analysis.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate junior, senior, or graduate student (Master's, Doctoral, or Post-Doctoral).
- Academic background in Aerospace, Industrial, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering.
- United States citizenship.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntsville, Alabama.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027).
- Status: Full-time.
- This position is unpaid.
About NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is a government agency founded in 1958. It conducts research and development in aeronautics, space exploration, and science. The organization operates from various locations across the United States, including its headquarters in Washington, DC. With over 53,000 employees, it manages missions involving rockets, spacecraft, and Earth observation.
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