Join Astranis as a Mechanical Engineer Intern to work on designing and testing satellite hardware and software.
Posted by employer 2 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience, work arrangement.
Joblaze summary
The Mechanical Engineer Intern at Astranis will engage in the design, assembly, and testing of satellite hardware and software, contributing to complex projects that push the boundaries of space technology. Key skills include mechanical and thermal analysis, hands-on hardware development, and familiarity with CAD and analytical software. This role is ideal for students pursuing a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering who are eager to tackle challenging problems in a fast-paced environment. Astranis fosters a collaborative atmosphere, allowing interns to make meaningful contributions that could lead to full-time opportunities.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Astranis's careers page October 29, 2026.
Quick facts
- What's the salary range?
- Astranis lists $29–$29 for this role.
- Does Astranis sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Astranis targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this Mechanical Engineer Intern (Spring 2027) role at Astranis.
From the original posting
Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe – large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military.
Mechanical Engineer Intern (Spring 2027)
As an Intern, you will have an amazing opportunity to work on hard problems — we pride ourselves on giving everyone at Astranis a chance to do meaningful work on complex projects, no matter their seniority. Many past interns have designed and tested hardware/software that is heading to space on our first satellite, and many of them are now full-time employees at Astranis.
Role
- 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
Requirements
- 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
- Don't meet them all? Not a problem, please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria
Bonus
- 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
Astranis SMS Terms of Service
-
Recruiting Updates: By opting in, you agree to receive SMS updates, interview coordination, and recruiting communications from Astranis Space Technologies Corp.
Standard company text repeated across Astranis's postings is omitted here.