SETA Engineering… at Space Kinetic… · El Segundo

Summary: Space Kinetic Corp. is a dual use space technology startup focused on creating innovative architectures for space operations. They are seeking a highly motivated SETA Engineering Intern to support technical research and engineering analysis across mechanical systems and aerospace projects in a fast-paced startup environment. Responsibilities: - Support mechanical and aerospace engineering research activities - Perform highly analytical, parameter-driven analyses and develop white papers that clearly communicate findings, assumptions, methodologies, and technical recommendations - Help prepare engineering summaries, technical documentation, and presentation materials - Support engineering coordination and follow-up across technical teams - Assist with analysis of engineering data, system concepts, and design approaches - Participate in technical discussions and engineering reviews - Support rapid research tasks and problem-solving activities in a startup environment - Support research into new mission and commercial applications by developing trade studies, pros and cons analyses, first-principles assessments, and early-stage simulations and models Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled for a Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics degree from an accredited college or university - Must be a recent college graduate OR graduate within the last semester of your program - Strong background in physics and mathematics - Intermediate coding ability to support technical analysis, modeling, simulation, and data processing - Ability to learn quickly and work independently - Comfortable in a fast-moving startup environment - 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), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics or a related field - Assist with astrodynamics analysis, technical trades, and concept evaluations - Perform technical research related to spacecraft systems, orbital mechanics, and space mission applications - Exposure to MATLAB, Python, STK, GMAT, or similar technical tools is a plus - Strong research and technical writing ability Required Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Coding, Technical Analysis, Modeling, Simulation, Data Processing, Astrodynamics, Orbital Mechanics, Spacecraft Systems, MATLAB, Python, STK, GMAT