Avionics Engineer Intern (Fall 2026)

About this role

Join Astranis' avionics team as a 12-week intern to design, build, and test satellite flight hardware for advanced spacecraft systems. You'll work on meaningful projects that directly support satellites heading to orbit, with opportunities to contribute to both hardware validation and embedded software development.

What you'll do

• Build and test flight hardware with the avionics engineering team
• Design test equipment to validate designs under stressed conditions
• Debug and bring up designs in the laboratory environment
• Write code to evaluate performance and automate satellite hardware testing
• Develop low-level software to interface with spacecraft subsystems

What they're looking for

• Python and/or C++
• Hardware design and development
• PCB design software (Altium Designer preferred)
• Soldering and electronics rework
• SPICE-based circuit simulation
• Lab equipment proficiency (oscilloscope, multimeter, power supply)
• Switched-mode converter design
• Problem-solving in fast-paced environments

Benefits

• $29/hour base pay
• Meaningful work on hardware bound for space missions
• Hands-on experience with advanced satellite systems
• Potential conversion to full-time employment
• Access to 153,000 sq ft engineering headquarters in Northern California
• Mentorship from experienced avionics engineers