Avionics Test Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

About the role

Impulse Space is hiring an Avionics Test Engineering Intern for Summer 2027, a 12-week program from May/June through August/September 2027. The intern supports the testing and integration of spacecraft avionics systems, gaining hands-on experience with flight electrical devices from circuit boards to full spacecraft systems. The role exposes interns to multiple engineering disciplines, test equipment and the full spacecraft development lifecycle, from design to launch.

Key responsibilities

• Develop end-to-end test systems that validate flight electrical hardware including circuit boards, optical devices and electromechanical assemblies
• Support the setup, operation and troubleshooting of electrical test equipment and ground support hardware
• Develop automated testing solutions to collect, analyze and document test data
• Build and maintain test systems, racks and setups for component-level and integrated testbeds under engineer supervision
• Work with avionics, propulsion, GNC, software and integration engineers to verify test coverage of existing and new test systems
• Contribute to pre-launch test activities and learn how spacecraft are prepared for flight

Required profile

• Recent completion or current pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
• Strong academic foundation in circuits, electronics or software
• Hands-on project, research or lab experience involving hardware integration or testing
• Basic understanding of instrumentation, data acquisition or troubleshooting methods
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced team
• On-site availability in Redondo Beach, CA for the full internship; overtime may be required and is paid
• U.S. person or eligibility for an export license due to ITAR/EAR regulations

Required skills

• Preferred: PCB design with Altium Designer, KiCAD or Eagle
• Preferred: automation software and data post-processing in Python, C or MATLAB
• Preferred: exposure to vibration tables, thermal chambers and electrical lab equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, DAQs, power supplies)

Pay is $30 per hour.