Propulsion Engineer Intern (Fall 2026)

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system.

As a Propulsion Engineer Intern, you will have the opportunity to work on complex projects, designing, analyzing, building, and testing propulsion system hardware.

Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are hourly roles designed for students who are currently enrolled at a four-year university.

Responsibilities:

• Make an impact on the Propulsion team by designing, analyzing, building, and testing propulsion system hardware
• Take on interdisciplinary projects with other teams to support Propulsion and company initiatives
• Learn how to apply your academic experience to real-world situations and develop team skills to fuel your academic and professional careers

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a B.S. in a technical discipline (e.g., Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, Physics)
• Understanding of spacecraft systems and operation demonstrated through coursework or student organizations
• Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test hardware from scratch

Bonus:

• Familiarity with spacecraft design with a focus on chemical and/or electrical propulsion for spacecraft
• Experience with Python
• Test experience with spacecraft propulsion systems

The base pay for this position is $29.00 per hour.