Iridium Systems & Mission Operations Internship – Summer 2027

Iridium Satellite•McLean, VA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Iridium Internship Program provides students the opportunity to support teams driving the future of satellite communications. Interns in Systems & Mission Operations gain hands-on experience contributing to satellite mission planning, ground and space system operations, and engineering projects that support real-time operations. You’ll collaborate with engineers, operations staff, and leadership, developing skills in systems analysis, software tools, and satellite operations workflows. As an Intern, you’ll begin making an impact on real projects from day one! Come prepared to grow, develop, and learn alongside a team and the leaders of our company. The Iridium Internship program is a 11-week program that runs from May 18, 2027 to July 30, 2027.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution.
U.S. citizenship required.
Must be able to work in person at an Iridium location.
Strong work ethic, curiosity, and a professional demeanor.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality results.
Interest in learning satellite systems, mission operations, and engineering tools.

Nice To Haves

Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Space Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering preferred.
Exposure to software development using Python, Java, JavaScript, MATLAB, and/or Perl.
Familiarity with satellite subsystems and operations, including: Attitude Determination & Control, Electrical Power & Thermal Management, Propulsion, Computers, & Electronics, RF Communications (antennas, transceivers, modulation, encoding).
Experience with Linux/Unix and software management tools like JIRA, GIT, and Bamboo.
Understanding of testing, systems integration, and operational risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

Supporting real-time satellite operations and ground system workflows.
Developing or updating software tools and operational procedures for mission operations.
Conducting system analyses, simulations, and engineering investigations.
Assisting with requirements management, documentation, and technical reporting.
Performing troubleshooting and anomaly resolution for satellites, ground systems, or software tools.
Contributing to test planning, integration, and validation of mission-critical systems.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to identify risks and implement solutions.