Scientific, Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) Engineering Intern
About The Position
Space Kinetic is a cleared, venture-backed startup focused on addressing urgent national security priorities. Our goal is to deliver a suite of asymmetric capabilities for space superiority and missile defense leveraging our proprietary electromechanical deployment system, which enables the rapid deployment of low-cost payloads through space without firing a thruster. Space Kinetic is currently assembling its TRL-5 prototype. Our goal is to leverage this platform to provide the United States with a new tool for securing the space domain & catalyzing the emerging space economy. We are seeking a highly motivated Scientific, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) Engineering Intern to support technical research and engineering analysis efforts across mechanical systems, aerospace concepts, and astrodynamics-related projects. This role is ideal for a highly analytical aerospace student or recent graduate interested in working closely with leadership on advanced space technology concepts, engineering trades, and research activities in a fast-paced startup environment. For those who dream of changing the Universe, an internship with Space Kinetic is the place to start. This role provides exposure to multidisciplinary aerospace development, including mechanical engineering support, technical research, mission analysis, and engineering coordination activities.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled for a Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics degree from an accredited college or university.
- Must be a recent college graduate OR graduate within the last semester of your program.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with astrodynamics or orbital mechanics concepts
- Exposure to MATLAB, Python, STK, GMAT, or similar technical tools is a plus
- Strong research and technical writing ability
- Ability to learn quickly and work independently
- Comfortable in a fast-moving startup environment
Responsibilities
- Support mechanical and aerospace engineering research activities
- Assist with astrodynamics analysis, technical trades, and concept evaluations
- Perform technical research related to spacecraft systems, orbital mechanics, and space mission applications
- Help prepare engineering summaries, technical documentation, and presentation materials
- Support engineering coordination and follow-up across technical teams
- Assist with analysis of engineering data, system concepts, and design approaches
- Participate in technical discussions and engineering reviews
- Support rapid research tasks and problem-solving activities in a startup environment
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Career Level
Intern
