Crew Systems Engineering Intern, Human Factors

The Exploration Company•Houston, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run. We are looking for an intern to join us as Crew Systems Engineering Intern, Human Factors Key Responsibilities As an Human Factors Engineering intern, you will work under the direction of our Crew Systems Lead, to support human-in-the-loop testing, wherein we would evaluate seat fit, workstation view and reach envelopes, display & controls UX, and other associated activities to support the US engineering office with tasks related to the Nyx Crew vehicle prototype testing, including:

Requirements

Applicants should be enrolled students who are currently able to work 20-40 hours per week for a period of at least 10 weeks, beginning in June 2026.
Undergraduate or graduate studies in engineering, applied physics, computer science, or a related field
Strong hands-on project experience through student teams, work projects, personal projects, or hobbies
Familiarity with human factors test protocol development and execution
Experience with anthropometrics, ergonomic assessments, human-computer interaction, and design of experiments
Hands on test experience
Independent, self-starter attitude
Due to federal regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR), applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (e.g., current Green Card holders).

Responsibilities

Create usability testing plans and conduct human-in-the-loop tests to evaluate crew cabin design effectiveness
Analyze user behavior and feedback to inform design decisions
Apply ergonomic principles to optimize crew cabin design for suited and un-suited use
Prototype and test new product ideas to improve usability
Develop and document user interface standards and guidelines