About the role#
Join the team at Kennedy Space Center to support NASA launch readiness. You will work with commercial launch providers to track their hardware, software, and risk management processes. This role provides insight into how NASA evaluates partner performance and identifies technical issues. You will gain exposure to engineering systems including propulsion, structures, cryogenics, and command and control.
What you'll do#
- Analyze ground and vehicle data to identify technical trends and potential risks.
- Maintain trackers that monitor mission issues, risks, and schedule drivers.
- Organize data in shared tools to ensure engineers and leadership have access to current information.
- Write short summaries and updates for internal mission readiness reports.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate junior or senior, or as a graduate student in a Master's or Doctoral program.
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical fields.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Location & details#
- Location: Merritt Island, Florida.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027).
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- This is a paid internship.
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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