Astranis
Propulsion Manufacturing Intern (Summer 2027)
San Francisco. Posted a month ago
The role
You will design and build the factory that builds satellites. You will deliver a physical propulsion subsystem from tank to thruster that is ready to operate in space.
What you will do
- Design & Build the factory that builds satellites.
- Deliver a physical propulsion subsystem, from tank to thruster, that is ready to operate in space.
Required qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
- Proficiency in a CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, NX, etc.)
- A passion for building things, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
- Strong interest in manufacturing; learning "How It's Made," and applying that knowledge
- Compulsion to fix anything that's broken, whether its a piece of equipment, a bad process, or communication between teams
Nice to have
- Experience building or testing liquid propulsion systems
- Experience writing work instructions, test procedures, or using MES/ERP software
- Experience welding, machining, or designing welded/ machined components
Before you apply
- U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
- If you have already graduated from a four-year university, please apply to be an Associate Engineer
About the company
Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. The company designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.