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Impulse Space • Redondo Beach, California, United States
Salary: $30 / hour
Role & seniority: Avionics Test Engineering Intern (Summer 2026), internship level
Stack/tools: Electrical/electronic test systems; PCB design tools (Altium Designer, KiCAD, Eagle); automation software (Python, C, MATLAB); data acquisition; electrical lab equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, DAQs, power supplies); environmental test equipment exposure possible
Develop end-to-end test systems validating flight electrical hardware (circuits, boards, optical devices, electromechanical assemblies)
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot electrical test equipment and ground support hardware; build and maintain test racks/setups
Create automated tests to collect, analyze, and document data; collaborate with avionics, propulsion, GNC, software, and integration engineers to ensure test coverage
Pursuing/holding BS in Electrical, Computer, or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Strong foundation in circuits/electronics or software; hands-on hardware testing experience
Proficiency in instrumentation, data acquisition, testing/troubleshooting; strong analytical and communication abilities; collaborative mindset
Experience with vehicles/hardware (spacecraft, rockets, drones, robotics, etc.)
PCB design in Altium or similar; Python automation and data post-processing
Exposure to environmental tests (vibration, thermal) and lab/test equipment; safety practices for high-reliability hardware; intere
Avionics Test Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)
Department: Assembly, Integration & Test
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Redondo Beach
Reporting To: Brynne Hunt, Lead Avionics Test Engineer
Compensation: $30.00 / hour
Description As an Avionics Test Engineering Intern, you will support the testing and integration of spacecraft avionics systems. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience working with flight electrical devices ranging from individual circuit boards to full spacecraft systems. You will assist engineers in developing, running, and improving test systems that ensure hardware is ready for spaceflight. This role offers exposure to multiple engineering disciplines, test equipment, and the full spacecraft development lifecycle — from design to launch.
This internship will run from May to August 2026.
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 dataBuild and maintain test systems, racks, and setups for component level and integrated testbeds under engineer supervision Collaborate with avionics, propulsion, GNC, software, and integration engineers to verify complete test coverage of existing and new test systems. Contribute to pre-launch test activities and learn how spacecraft are prepared for flight
Minimum Qualifications Recent completion or currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or 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 Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
Preferred Skills and Experience Experience working on an engineering project involving vehicles or hardware (spacecraft, rockets, drones, cars, robotics, etc.) Experience designing PCBs using Altium Designer or similar PCB design tools (KiCAD, Eagle etc.) Experience writing automation software and data post-processing in Python (or another language like C, Matlab etc.) Exposure to environmental test equipment (vibration tables, thermal chambers, etc.) Experience with electrical lab test equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, DAQs, power supplies etc. Knowledge of safe handling practices for electrical or high-reliability hardware Interest in spacecraft systems and flight hardware testing
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 equity.
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.