About the role#
Voyager Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern for a 10-week program during Summer 2027. This role offers hands-on experience with project-based work, mentorship, and professional development. You will support the Systems Engineering team with tasks related to requirements, system architecture, integration, testing, analysis, and technical documentation. This is a full-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Assist with defining, reviewing, decomposing, and tracking system-level requirements.
- Support the development and documentation of system architectures, interfaces, and technical specifications.
- Help identify and evaluate technical risks, dependencies, and potential system-level issues.
- Collaborate with engineering teams and cross-functional partners to support system development and integration.
- Support the definition of verification and validation methods for system requirements.
- Assist with developing, reviewing, and executing test plans, procedures, and other verification activities.
- Participate in system integration, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving.
- Support the collection, analysis, and documentation of engineering data and test results.
- Maintain technical documentation and engineering artifacts throughout the development process.
- Participate in engineering reviews, team meetings, and training sessions.
- Contribute ideas for process improvement and engineering efficiency.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited university.
- Preference for degrees in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
- Broad understanding of fundamental engineering principles and systems engineering concepts.
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to learn and apply new engineering tools, processes, and methodologies.
- Ability to travel for in-person orientation, program kickoff, and final presentation.
- Familiarity with engineering software, modeling tools, requirements management systems, or programming languages is preferred.
- Experience with requirements development, system integration, testing, or technical documentation is a plus.
- Experience with CAD, electrical design, simulation, Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ is beneficial.
- Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, prototyping, or experimental testing is an advantage.
Location & details#
- Locations: San Diego, CA; Long Beach, CA; or Pittsburgh, PA.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $23.50 to $30.00 per hour, depending on academic year, major, and location.
- Eligibility: This role requires compliance with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR.
About Voyager Technologies
Voyager Technologies operates within the defense, national security, and space technology sectors. The company develops solutions for civil, commercial, and government missions. It maintains its headquarters in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2019, the firm employs 755 people.
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