Integration & Test Engineering Intern
AstroForge
Quality Assurance
Seal Beach, CA, USA
USD 30-30 / hour
Posted on Oct 30, 2025
Integration & Test Engineering Intern
Seal Beach
Test and Integration
In office
Full-time
About AstroForge
At AstroForge, our mission is to make space resources accessible on Earth. We mine asteroids to extract valuable minerals in space at a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint than current terrestrial mining methods. By joining the team at AF you’ll have the opportunity to work side by side with our amazing engineering and science teams. This position will provide you with valuable skills, experience, and mentorship necessary to become a leading professional in your field. We offer a unique opportunity to join an exciting team looking to expand humanity’s capabilities in space.
Job Description
As an Integration & Test Engineering Intern, you will work under the supervision of our spacecraft integration and test team to support the development, validation, and delivery of flight-ready hardware. You’ll assist in setting up, executing, and troubleshooting tests across various spacecraft subsystems. This role is ideal for someone excited to work in a dynamic lab environment and who thrives on solving real-world problems through prototyping and iteration.
Basic Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university, with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
- Must be a rising senior.
- Must not be otherwise employed for the duration of the internship.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Proof of US Citizenship or Permanent Residency.
Responsibilities
- Assist with integration and test of spacecraft subsystems and components, including mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces.
- Support the assembly, configuration, and functional testing of engineering and flight units.
- Help develop and refine test procedures, ensuring test setups are safe, effective, and repeatable.
- Operate and maintain lab equipment such as power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and environmental chambers.
- Capture, analyze, and document test data with high attention to detail and traceability.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot integration issues and iterate on hardware and software solutions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-conscious lab environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with lab work such as soldering, debugging, and using electronic test equipment.
- Basic programming or scripting knowledge (e.g., Python, automation tools).
- Understanding of spacecraft systems, hardware interfaces, or mechatronic systems.
- Ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Preferred Skills
- Willingness to learn software skills and programming.
- Involvement in aerospace projects, robotics teams, or student competitions is a plus but not required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Location: Onsite in Seal Beach, CA
Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour
Duration: 10 weeks
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S.,protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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