Internship- Electrical Engineer… at Space Kinetic… · El Segundo

Summary: Space Kinetic is a venture-backed startup focused on national security priorities in space operations. The Electrical Engineer Intern will support the design, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and mechanical systems while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship. Responsibilities: - Support the design, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and mechanical systems - Assist in wiring Space Kinetics prototype, including wiring sensors, motor drivers, computers between the hardware and electrical systems - Support testing of prototypes, collecting data, and providing reports to the engineering team - Support installing sensors, setting up test stands, and monitoring equipment while in use Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering at an accredited college or university - Experience working with electrical systems - Passion for design, manufacturing, and testing of space systems and/or mechanisms - Analytical, problem-solving, and electrical skills are required - Comfortable working in a fast-paced, self-driven, rapidly growing entrepreneurial workplace - Ability to work with minimal direction or support and to learn quickly; strong analytical skills; creative and innovative thinking; detail-oriented; calm under pressure; commitment to follow-through; enthusiastic with a talent for motivating others; receptive to criticism and open to others' ideas; and effective in written communication - To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder) - Ability to maintain or obtain Government Security Clearance Preferred Qualifications: - Prior experience with spacecraft design - Experience working on a launch vehicle or satellite development effort - Experience in a startup or agile development environment - Passion for the commercial and government space industry - Passion for spacecraft or launch vehicle system development Required Skills: Electrical systems, Electrical engineering fundamentals, Quality control standards, Wiring sensors, Motor drivers, Hardware-electrical system integration, Sensor installation, Test stand setup, Data collection, Analytical skills, Innovative thinking, Commitment to follow-through, Creative thinking, Calm under pressure, Effective written communication Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Spring