Space Systems Engineer - Intern (Summer 2026)

Space Systems Engineer - Intern (Summer 2026) Location: US - CO, Colorado Springs In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description: Parsons is looking for a talented Space Systems Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer 2026 internship program! This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn the engineering aspects of space vehicle operations. You'll gain practical experience in telemetry analysis, command execution, and anomaly resolution, while working alongside experienced engineers and contributing to real-world missions. What You'll Be Doing: This is a summer internship opportunity for a technically promising college student with interest in Satellite and Ground Station operations. The selected individual will be mentored by members of our Satellite Operations Systems and Services team to provide support to both internal and customer focused projects. Perform satellite telemetry, tracking, and commanding functions, monitor satellite health and status, analyze data to identify trends and anomalies, and contribute to troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts. Assist in the preparation of documents. Take ownership of tasks and proactively identify areas for improvement or support. Embrace cross-functional duties and support other team members as needed. Requirements: Pursuing a BS in Engineering, or a related field. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently. A willingness to learn new engineering skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with all levels of management and individual contributors on the program team. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Must be a US Citizen. Willingness to work onsite in Colorado Springs. Desired Skills: Familiarity with ground station systems and data processing techniques. Proficiency in relevant engineering software (e.g., MATLAB, Python, CAD tools). Demonstrated leadership ability through community or campus involvement. Security Clearance Requirement: None This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now. Salary Range: $22.93 - $40.14 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as 401K! This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer tohttps://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.