About the role#
We are looking for an intern to join our Electrical Engineering and Avionics team for Summer 2027. You will work on real flight and test hardware alongside our full-time engineers. This role involves taking avionics designs from concept through validation. You will learn to build systems that interface reliably using fault-tolerant design and prove them through rigorous testing. You will be expected to own a scoped project throughout the summer and present your results to the team.
What you'll do#
- Support the design and build-out of electrical avionics systems for flight hardware and ground test infrastructure.
- Assist with component selection, analysis, and integration.
- Design, build, and test wire harnesses and associated sub-components.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot sensors and electronic components.
- Write scripts and tools to automate testing, data collection, and hardware bring-up.
- Support subsystem and integration testing.
- Analyze data to verify requirements and performance.
- Work with software, GNC, propulsion, and structures engineers to define and support electrical interfaces.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Hands-on experience with electrical or avionics systems through clubs, projects, research, or previous internships.
- Experience with wire harnesses, connectors, soldering, or crimping.
- Familiarity with installing and troubleshooting electronic sensors and components.
- Competence with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.
- Exposure to schematic capture or PCB design tools like Altium or KiCad.
- Experience with Python, Bash, or a similar language for scripting and test automation.
- Familiarity with embedded systems and communication protocols including CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 (approximately 10 to 12 weeks).
- Modality: This is a full-time, on-site role. We require employees to work in the office five days a week.
- Compensation: $40 to $55 per hour.
About Astro Mechanica
Astro Mechanica is an aerospace company based in San Francisco. Founded in 2021, the firm develops a technology platform for flight operations and critical infrastructure. It employs approximately 71 people. The company maintains a focus on engineering standards for performance and reliability in demanding environments.
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