About the role#
The Avionics Team manages all spacecraft electronics, including flight computers, batteries, and radios. As an intern, you will own a circuit design from start to finish. You will capture schematics, perform layout, manufacture, and test hardware. This is a full-time, on-site role based in El Segundo, California, running between January and May 2027.
What you'll do#
- Design and test custom PCBs for embedded electronics and analog or digital systems.
- Manage end-to-end hardware development, including schematic capture, layout, and testing.
- Support embedded system development using microcontrollers and sensors.
- Develop a current-controlled Thermoelectric Cooler driver for biologics temperature control.
- Contribute to projects such as embedded camera systems or thermocouple loggers.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Entering Junior year or later in your academic program.
- Prior experience designing PCBs.
- Familiarity with microcontroller programming.
- Experience or interest in Python programming.
- Ability to debug hardware prototypes and strong attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: El Segundo, California.
- Term: Spring 2027 (January through May).
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: $33.00 per hour, plus a housing stipend and commuter benefits.
- Note: This position requires U.S. person status for export control compliance.
About Varda Space Industries
Varda Space Industries operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company focuses on orbital infrastructure, including pharmaceutical processing and reentry capsules. It produces items that require manufacturing in space, such as fiber optic cables and medical products. Founded in 2021, the firm maintains its headquarters in El Segundo, California. It currently employs over 250 people.
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