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Mechanical Engineer Intern (Fall 2026) at Astranis… · San…
InternshipOn-siteSan Francisco Bay Area$60k–$60k/yr
Skills
hardware designhardware testingmechanical analysisthermal analysiscadelectromechanical system designcontrol system modelingpassion for hardware developmententhusiasmwork in fast-paced environment
Job Description
Summary: Astranis Space Technologies builds advanced satellites for high orbits, aiming to expand humanity’s reach into the solar system. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to work on designing, building, and testing satellite hardware and software as part of a collaborative engineering team.
Responsibilities:
- Work together with the engineering team to design, build, and test satellite hardware and/or software
- Design, evaluate, procure, assemble, and test structure, bracketry, and mechanisms for Astranis spacecraft. Components include composite and metallic parts and assemblies with a variety of manufacturing techniques
- Perform mechanical and thermal analysis for spacecraft systems
- Integrate parts and systems into the spacecraft by working together with the rest of the team, and document and develop procedures to improve the build process in the future
Required Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or equivalent technical degree (e.g. physics or applied math)
- A passion and enthusiasm for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
- Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test hardware from scratch
- U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, Or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with CAD
- Experience with analytical software such as stress or thermal analysis
- Experience with electromechanical system design and specification
- Experience with control system modeling and design
Required Skills: Hardware design, Hardware testing, Mechanical analysis, Thermal analysis, CAD, Electromechanical system design, Control system modeling, Passion for hardware development, Enthusiasm, work in fast-paced environment
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Fall