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Electric Propulsion Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Redondo Beach, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 30 - 30
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
12 September 2026 (3 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
10 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Impulse Space is seeking an Electric Propulsion Engineering Intern to support the development and testing of electric propulsion systems for our Mira spacecraft. As an intern you will work alongside experienced propulsion engineers on projects spanning concept design lab testing manufacturing and hardware integration. This role provides hands-on experience with vacuum chamber testing diagnostics and hardware development offering an opportunity to contribute directly to technologies enabling deep-space missions.
*This internship is 12 weeks long from May/June through August/September 2027
*This internship is 12 weeks long from May/June through August/September 2027
Responsibilities
- Assist in the design assembly and operation of electric propulsion test facilities including vacuum chambers and diagnostics equipment
- Support the development fabrication analysis and testing of electric propulsion hardware and ground support equipment
- Contribute to test campaigns by preparing setups executing procedures under supervision and analyzing results
- Assist in component design using CAD tools and help prepare engineering drawings and documentation
- Support interdisciplinary activities collaborating with mechanical thermal and controls engineers on integration and testing
- Participate in hardware build troubleshooting and process improvement efforts
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Aerospace Electrical Engineering or related field
- Familiarity with CAD software and basic design principles
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative fast-paced environment
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Hands-on experience in an aerospace propulsion or experimental research lab setting
- Experience with vacuum systems high-voltage equipment or plasma devices
- Familiarity with instrumentation data acquisition or test automation tools
- Knowledge of thermal or structural analysis methods
Additional Requirements
- Willing and able to work on-site in Redondo Beach CA for the duration of the internship
- This role may require overtime hours; interns are eligible for overtime pay.
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role level location and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills education experience technical capabilities and internal addition to base salary for full-time hires you may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options and access to medical vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Required Experience:
Intern
