Astranis
Propulsion Engineer Intern (Winter 2027)
About this role
Join Astranis's Propulsion team as a 12-week intern to design, analyze, build, and test spacecraft propulsion hardware while supporting satellite development for commercial and government customers. Work on meaningful projects that could fly to space while developing practical engineering skills alongside experienced professionals.
What you'll do
- Design, analyze, build, and test propulsion system hardware components
- Conduct performance testing and validation of propulsion systems
- Collaborate across teams on interdisciplinary projects supporting propulsion initiatives
- Document design processes, test results, and technical findings
- Support hardware integration and assembly of propulsion subsystems
- Contribute to troubleshooting and problem-solving for propulsion challenges
What they're looking for
- Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering fundamentals
- Spacecraft systems and propulsion knowledge
- Hardware design and fabrication
- Testing and experimental validation
- Technical problem-solving
- Python programming
- Chemical or electrical propulsion systems
- CAD or engineering design tools
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on hardware destined for operational satellites
- Mentorship from experienced aerospace engineers
- Hands-on experience with real spacecraft systems
- Potential pathway to full-time employment
- Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
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Astranis
Astranis builds high-throughput satellite communications systems and spacecraft hardware designed to operate reliably in space environments. The company is hiring for technical roles including network planning engineers, radiation effects specialists, PCB layout engineers, and environmental test engineers to support satellite development and customer network architecture.
- Website
- astranis.com
Likely interview questions
- Can you walk us through a hardware project you designed and built from start to finish, including testing?
- What spacecraft systems coursework or student organization experience have you completed?