STUDENT ASSISTANT-R&D - STUDENT TECHNOLOGIST - Spacecraft Integration and Test Intern
Southwest Research Institute

Who We Are:

The Spacecraft Development Department is a group of innovative engineers, program managers, and technicians developing unique spacecraft solutions for challenging space missions. We design and fabricate custom solutions to explore the boundaries of science or solve complex problems not yet delivered by industry using a variety of payloads.

Objectives of this Role:

• Summer 2025 intern position.
• Work in multidisciplinary project teams to support the integration and test of cutting edge spacecraft.
• Collaborate with engineering team on assembly, integration, and test.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Support spacecraft system assembly, integration, and test activities to include spacecraft function tests and environmental tests.
• Support documentation of test results.
• Participate in assigned project team meetings.
• Learn and be involved in hands-on system assembly
• Connecting electrical equipment for tests.

Requirements:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology.
• 0 years: Experience in use of electronic lab equipment in a cleanroom environment preferred.
• This position requires the use of hand tools. Experience using a variety of tools is expected.
• Hands on experience through project work or internships with integration and test of spacecraft systems or spacecraft hardware is preferred.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

For more information about this division, visit the Space Systems home page.

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An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran
Committed to Diversity in the Workplace

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