Propulsion Test Engineering Intern (Mojave - Fall 2026)

Impulse Space•Mojave, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Propulsion Test Engineering Intern, you will work on all aspects of propulsion test equipment while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that strives to make a high-performance spacecraft from a clean sheet design.

Requirements

Recent completion or working towards Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science or related field
Demonstrated ability to take project ownership and work well in a small team
Demonstrated hands-on experience working with fluid or mechanical systems
Willing and able to work on-site in Mojave, CA for the duration of the internship
U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of components (valves, regulators, sensors, power supplies) and hands-on skills (tube fabrication, metalworking, wiring)
Prior experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic or electromechanical test equipment
Prior experience in propulsion development and/or testing

Responsibilities

Design and build fluid, mechanical and electrical test systems in support of liquid rocket propulsion and spacecraft systems testing
Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight
Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting as needed
Collaborate with wide ranging teams across the company, including teams in Redondo Beach and Mojave.