{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"aa8bb882e32dccdb9fe9f8c2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/aa8bb882e32dccdb9fe9f8c2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/aa8bb882e32dccdb9fe9f8c2","title":"2027 Systems Engineering Summer Internship","description":"Advanced Space | 2027 Summer Internship | Onsite\n\nWe're going to the Moon. Think you've got what it takes?\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAt Advanced Space, we're enabling humanity's return to the Moon and building the technologies that will take us to Mars and beyond. We're looking for a 2027 Systems Engineering Summer Intern to join our Systems Engineering team and gain hands-on experience supporting the development and execution of complex space missions.\n\nAs a Systems Engineering Intern, you'll work alongside experienced technical staff who will provide mentorship and guidance throughout your internship. You'll contribute to projects involving system requirements, mission and system architecture, interface definition, engineering trade studies, system-level analysis, and integration, verification, and validation activities.\n\nThis internship is ideal for students interested in systems engineering, spacecraft and mission development, engineering analysis, system architecture, and multidisciplinary technical problem-solving. You'll have the opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge while gaining experience supporting real-world space missions.\n\nAbout Advanced Space\n\nAdvanced Space exists to enable the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space through innovative software, mission services, and technology solutions. As the owner and operator of NASA's CAPSTONE™ mission and the Prime Contractor for AFRL's Oracle mission, we're helping shape the future of cislunar exploration while supporting commercial, civil, and national security customers.\n\nOur team combines deep technical expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset. We move quickly, collaborate across disciplines, and empower every engineer to make meaningful contributions. If you're passionate about solving challenging problems and seeing your work fly in space, you'll fit right in.\n\nWhat You'll Actually Do\n\nSupport systems engineering initiatives.\n\nWork alongside technical staff on summer projects focused on spacecraft and mission systems development, system architecture, requirements, analysis, and integration.\n\nGain hands-on experience with systems engineering practices.\n\nSupport projects involving:\n\nDeveloping and managing system requirements\nSupporting mission and system architecture studies\nAssisting with interface definition and coordination across subsystems\nPerforming engineering trade studies and system-level analyses\nSupporting integration, verification, and validation activities\nContributing to systems engineering processes throughout the mission lifecycle\nPreparing technical documentation and materials for reviews and presentations\n\nApply engineering concepts to real space missions.\n\nGain exposure to:\n\nSystems engineering and system decomposition\nRequirements development and management\nSpacecraft and mission system architecture\nInterface definition and control\nEngineering trade studies\nModeling and simulation\nIntegration, verification, and validation\nTechnical reviews and systems documentation\n\nShare your work and findings.\n\nPresent project results through technical reports, presentations, documentation, and discussions with members of the Systems Engineering team.\n\nWho Thrives Here\n\nYou are currently pursuing a degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or another related technical discipline.\nYou have a foundational understanding of systems engineering concepts, including requirements, interfaces, system decomposition, and system lifecycle processes.\nYou have familiarity with spacecraft and/or mission systems through coursework, laboratory work, research, or project experience.\nYou have completed coursework relevant to engineering design, flight dynamics, control systems, mechanics, electronics, embedded systems, software engineering, programming, modeling and simulation, orbital mechanics, systems engineering, or senior design/capstone projects.\nYou are interested in applying classroom concepts to real-world space mission development and operations.\nYou have strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.\nYou have strong written and verbal communication skills.\nYou work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.\nYou are curious, collaborative, and excited to learn from experienced aerospace engineers.\n\nBonus Points if You Have Experience With\n\nRequirements management tools or processes\nSystems architecture development\nInterface definition and control\nEngineering trade studies\nModeling and simulation\nIntegration, verification, and validation\nSpacecraft or mission systems\nEmbedded systems or flight software\nControl systems or flight dynamics\nOrbital mechanics and astrodynamics\nTechnical reviews and systems documentation\nPython, MATLAB, or other engineering analysis tools\nPrevious aerospace research, internship, or senior design/capstone experience\n\nSuccess is Measured By\n\nSuccessfully contributing to meaningful systems engineering and space mission projects.\nApplying engineering knowledge to support real-world spacecraft and mission development.\nDeveloping technical skills through mentorship and hands-on experience.\nSupporting effective requirements, architecture, analysis, and integration activities.\nCommunicating technical findings clearly through presentations and documentation.\nBuilding a stronger foundation for a future career in systems engineering and space mission development.\n\n Why Join Advanced Space\n\nGain hands-on experience supporting real missions to the Moon and beyond.\nWork alongside engineers solving some of the most challenging problems in space exploration.\nApply classroom knowledge to real aerospace projects.\nReceive mentorship and guidance from experienced technical staff.\nBe part of a team that's passionate about delivering innovation to orbit—and beyond.\n\nCompensation & Benefits\n\nCompetitive internship compensation: $26–$35/hour\nHousing stipend\nMentorship and guidance from technical staff\nOpportunities to contribute to research projects directly tied to active space missions\nCollaborative work environment at our Westminster, Colorado headquarters\n\nEligibility Requirements\n\nApplicants must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident/green card holder, or protected individual).\nMust be able to work in-person at our Westminster, CO office.\nApplications will be evaluated and interviewed on a rolling basis. Final deadline: Monday, November 2, 2026 at 11:59 pm MT.\n\nAdvanced Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. 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Think you've got what it takes?\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAt Advanced Space, we're enabling humanity's return to the Moon and building the technologies that will take us to Mars and beyond. We're looking for a 2027 Systems Engineering Summer Intern to join our Systems Engineering team and gain hands-on experience supporting the development and execution of complex space missions.\n\nAs a Systems Engineering Intern, you'll work alongside experienced technical staff who will provide mentorship and guidance throughout your internship. You'll contribute to projects involving system requirements, mission and system architecture, interface definition, engineering trade studies, system-level analysis, and integration, verification, and validation activities.\n\nThis internship is ideal for students interested in systems engineering, spacecraft and mission development, engineering analysis, system architecture, and multidisciplinary technical problem-solving. You'll have the opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge while gaining experience supporting real-world space missions.\n\nAbout Advanced Space\n\nAdvanced Space exists to enable the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space through innovative software, mission services, and technology solutions. As the owner and operator of NASA's CAPSTONE™ mission and the Prime Contractor for AFRL's Oracle mission, we're helping shape the future of cislunar exploration while supporting commercial, civil, and national security customers.\n\nOur team combines deep technical expertise with an entrepreneurial mindset. We move quickly, collaborate across disciplines, and empower every engineer to make meaningful contributions. If you're passionate about solving challenging problems and seeing your work fly in space, you'll fit right in.\n\nWhat You'll Actually Do\n\nSupport systems engineering initiatives.\n\nWork alongside technical staff on summer projects focused on spacecraft and mission systems development, system architecture, requirements, analysis, and integration.\n\nGain hands-on experience with systems engineering practices.\n\nSupport projects involving:\n\nDeveloping and managing system requirements\nSupporting mission and system architecture studies\nAssisting with interface definition and coordination across subsystems\nPerforming engineering trade studies and system-level analyses\nSupporting integration, verification, and validation activities\nContributing to systems engineering processes throughout the mission lifecycle\nPreparing technical documentation and materials for reviews and presentations\n\nApply engineering concepts to real space missions.\n\nGain exposure to:\n\nSystems engineering and system decomposition\nRequirements development and management\nSpacecraft and mission system architecture\nInterface definition and control\nEngineering trade studies\nModeling and simulation\nIntegration, verification, and validation\nTechnical reviews and systems documentation\n\nShare your work and findings.\n\nPresent project results through technical reports, presentations, documentation, and discussions with members of the Systems Engineering team.\n\nWho Thrives Here\n\nYou are currently pursuing a degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or another related technical discipline.\nYou have a foundational understanding of systems engineering concepts, including requirements, interfaces, system decomposition, and system lifecycle processes.\nYou have familiarity with spacecraft and/or mission systems through coursework, laboratory work, research, or project experience.\nYou have completed coursework relevant to engineering design, flight dynamics, control systems, mechanics, electronics, embedded systems, software engineering, programming, modeling and simulation, orbital mechanics, systems engineering, or senior design/capstone projects.\nYou are interested in applying classroom concepts to real-world space mission development and operations.\nYou have strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.\nYou have strong written and verbal communication skills.\nYou work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.\nYou are curious, collaborative, and excited to learn from experienced aerospace engineers.\n\nBonus Points if You Have Experience With\n\nRequirements management tools or processes\nSystems architecture development\nInterface definition and control\nEngineering trade studies\nModeling and simulation\nIntegration, verification, and validation\nSpacecraft or mission systems\nEmbedded systems or flight software\nControl systems or flight dynamics\nOrbital mechanics and astrodynamics\nTechnical reviews and systems documentation\nPython, MATLAB, or other engineering analysis tools\nPrevious aerospace research, internship, or senior design/capstone experience\n\nSuccess is Measured By\n\nSuccessfully contributing to meaningful systems engineering and space mission projects.\nApplying engineering knowledge to support real-world spacecraft and mission development.\nDeveloping technical skills through mentorship and hands-on experience.\nSupporting effective requirements, architecture, analysis, and integration activities.\nCommunicating technical findings clearly through presentations and documentation.\nBuilding a stronger foundation for a future career in systems engineering and space mission development.\n\n Why Join Advanced Space\n\nGain hands-on experience supporting real missions to the Moon and beyond.\nWork alongside engineers solving some of the most challenging problems in space exploration.\nApply classroom knowledge to real aerospace projects.\nReceive mentorship and guidance from experienced technical staff.\nBe part of a team that's passionate about delivering innovation to orbit—and beyond.\n\nCompensation & Benefits\n\nCompetitive internship compensation: $26–$35/hour\nHousing stipend\nMentorship and guidance from technical staff\nOpportunities to contribute to research projects directly tied to active space missions\nCollaborative work environment at our Westminster, Colorado headquarters\n\nEligibility Requirements\n\nApplicants must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident/green card holder, or protected individual).\nMust be able to work in-person at our Westminster, CO office.\nApplications will be evaluated and interviewed on a rolling basis. Final deadline: Monday, November 2, 2026 at 11:59 pm MT.\n\nAdvanced Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.","datePosted":"2026-09-02T10:43:37.077Z","dateModified":"2026-09-02T10:43:37.077Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Advancedspace","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Westminster","addressRegion":"CO","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"aa8bb882e32dccdb9fe9f8c2"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/aa8bb882e32dccdb9fe9f8c2"}}