Thermal Engineering Intern

York Space Systems • Greenwood Village, CO

2d • $24 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

York Space Systems is seeking a Thermal Engineering Intern to participate in its internship program. Interns may contribute to York missions and take part in a tailored engineering training program. Each intern is paired with a Senior Engineer mentor and assigned a defined project intended to be challenging yet achievable during the internship. The role offers hands-on experience with space hardware and real missions, including assembly and testing, and collaboration with multiple engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.

The Thermal Engineering Intern performs spacecraft thermal analyses and supports thermal design and integration. Candidates should be motivated, adaptable, eager to learn, and interested in spacecraft and space systems, with an interest in potential full-time employment at York. The position requires working full-time in the office. Applicants must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program at an accredited university studying Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with heat transfer principles and thermodynamics.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate work in a team environment and strong leadership skills.
• Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.
• Self-starter and self-motivated, with eagerness to learn.
• Interest in full-time employment at York Space Systems.
• Demonstrated interest in spacecraft and space systems.
• Ability to work full-time in the office.
• Permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Junior-year level or higher in a bachelor's engineering degree program.
• Experience with Thermal Desktop.
• SolidWorks or similar CAD skills.
• Familiarity with heat transfer principles and thermodynamics and their applications in spacecraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform thermal analyses to determine radiator and heater sizing, select external coatings, and ensure spacecraft components remain within thermal limits.
• Collaborate with hardware developers to select materials, processes, and testing protocols that meet thermal design specifications.
• Establish and manage thermal interfaces among spacecraft subsystems to ensure compatibility and functional integration.
• Execute a time-bound, well-defined project of high value to York.
• Gain hands-on assembly and test experience.
• Interface with multiple engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern