Spacecraft Test Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

From the posting

About the role

Summer internships will range between the months of May and September depending on university schedules. Internship is full-time and on-site in San Jose, California.

The Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT) team at Muon is responsible for validation of spacecraft hardware through unit acceptance testing as well as spacecraft level integration testing. As a Test Engineering Intern, you will support the design, setup, and execution of tests for spacecraft subsystems. You will collaborate with engineers and technicians to develop test procedures, analyze data, and help ensure our satellites operate reliably in the extreme conditions of space.

Muon is a small and fast growing startup which offers interns the experience to get direct mentorship and have real impact on our programs. As an intern, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team in a startup environment and have the chance to learn from some of the most accomplished and experienced aerospace professionals in the industry. We're committed to offering an experience where your decisions and contributions play a pivotal role in driving Muon's success.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and updating test processes for satellite-level and unit-level testing (thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI, functional testing, etc.).

Update existing test stations to improve usability, streamline workflows, and increase testing efficiency. …

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