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Rocket Lab Corporation

Flight Software Intern Summer 2027

Littleton, COinternshipinternAdded 2 days ago

About this role

Rocket Lab seeks a Flight Software Intern for summer 2027 to support the MAX Flight Software team in designing, testing, and validating flight software with mentorship from experienced engineers. You'll work on-site in Littleton, Colorado for a minimum of 12 weeks, contributing to real spacecraft and rocket projects while developing both technical and professional skills.

What you'll do

  • Support flight software design and testing for MAX spacecraft and rockets
  • Test software against emulated hardware to enhance validation capabilities
  • Collaborate with mentors and team members to solve engineering challenges
  • Lead development projects with minimal supervision
  • Attend regular 1:1 meetings to track progress and facilitate learning
  • Participate in tech talks and cross-team collaboration

What they're looking for

  • C, C++, Python, or Rust programming
  • Flight software development and testing
  • Hardware emulation and integration testing
  • Git version control
  • Problem-solving in ambiguous environments
  • Embedded systems or aerospace software (preferred)
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Self-directed learning

Benefits

  • Hourly pay of $27.00 USD
  • Relocation cost stipend eligibility
  • Mentorship from experienced flight software engineers
  • Networking opportunities with interns and employees
  • Tech talks and professional development events
  • On-site work in Colorado
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Rocket Lab Corporation

Rocket Lab builds spacecraft and satellites that it launches on its own rockets, developing the avionics, flight software, and ground systems needed to operate these vehicles in orbit. The company is hiring software engineers, test automation specialists, and spacecraft operations engineers to develop embedded flight software, design testing systems, and manage satellite fleet health across commercial and government missions.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience with flight software testing or embedded systems—what tools or methodologies have you used?
  • Tell us about a project where you had to debug complex software issues; how did you approach it?
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