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Propulsion Test Intern (Summer 2027)

Oversee propulsion component and system level test plans as a Propulsion Test Engineering Intern at Astranis.

Location
San Francisco
Compensation
$29–$29/hr
Level
intern
Type
internship

Posted by employer 3 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 3 days ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

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Skills & Technologies

What you'll build

  • Define test plans for propulsion components and systems
  • Design and build test equipment
  • Execute component and system level test plans
  • Perform design, analysis, and trade studies for test equipment
  • Collaborate with other teams to complete tasks

Must have

  • Working towards a degree in aerospace, mechanical, or other applicable engineering discipline
  • Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test hardware from scratch

Nice to have

  • Experience building or testing liquid propulsion systems
  • Experience with Python
  • Familiarity with reading and writing technical standards and test plans
  • Experience with using MES/ERP software

Practical constraints

  • U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

Requirements

Education
Bachelor's degree
Visa
No sponsorship (stated in posting)

Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience, work arrangement.

Joblaze summary

The Propulsion Test Intern at Astranis will focus on defining test plans, designing test equipment, and executing tests for propulsion systems. Candidates should have a background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, with hands-on experience in designing and testing hardware. This role is ideal for those who thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a strong problem-solving mindset. Astranis, a growing company in satellite technology, emphasizes collaboration across teams to meet stringent testing requirements.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed 3 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 23, 2026. Last confirmed on Astranis's careers page September 25, 2026.
  • Python appears in 17.2% of 552 comparable intern other roles in United States.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
Astranis lists $29–$29 for this role.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Python.
What seniority level is this role?
Astranis targets intern candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Internship for this Propulsion Test Intern (Summer 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.

Propulsion Test Intern (Summer 2027)

Role

As our Propulsion Test Engineering Intern, you will oversee propulsion component and system level test plan definition, test equipment design & build, and testing itself. You will work cross-functionally to ensure stakeholder and industry requirements are met while also considering cost and schedule implications of testing.

  • Design, build, test, and qualify tests and test equipment for Astranis propulsion systems
  • Perform component and system level design, analysis, and trade studies for test equipment
  • Develop and execute component and system level test plans
  • Work closely with other teams to complete tasks

Requirements

  • Working towards a degree in aerospace, mechanical, or other applicable engineering discipline
  • A passion for testing, including working in a fast-paced environment and doing hands-on design/development
  • Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test hardware from scratch
  • Compulsion to fix anything that's broken, whether its a piece of equipment, a bad process, or communication between teams

Bonus

  • Experience building or testing liquid propulsion systems
  • Experience with Python
  • Familiarity with reading and writing technical standards and test plans
  • Experience with using MES/ERP software

The base pay for this position is $29.00 per hour.
Base Hourly Pay
$29—$29 USD
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

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