Hands-on internship supporting fabrication, assembly, testing, and integration of rover avionics, structures, and electromechanical systems. Contribute to process documentation and tooling, perform failure analysis and troubleshooting, support vehicle testing, and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to improve manufacturability and reliability.
Astrolab is The Lunar Operations Company. We design and build the systems and hardware the lunar economy will come to depend on — rovers, power, and data networks for sustained operations on the Moon. We are focused on the problems that must be solved before the next chapter of human exploration can scale. The Moon does not forgive untested assumptions. The people who work here know that, and they wouldn't have it any other way.
We seek motivated, creative, and exceptional individuals to join our world-class team. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience and work alongside talented engineers to support the development of lunar rovers and production processes. This program will provide exposure to advanced manufacturing and testing processes, mentorship from experienced engineers, and opportunities to develop practical skills in troubleshooting, process improvement, and teamwork.
Opportunities:
- Avionics Manufacturing Engineering
- Structures and Mechanisms Manufacturing Engineering
- Vehicle Integration and Test Engineering
- Quality Engineering
What you'll do:
- Production: Assist with the fabrication, assembly, and testing of avionics systems, structures, mechanisms, and electromechanical components
- Systems Integration: Support integration efforts for rover subassemblies and fully integrated systems
- Process Improvement: Contribute to the development of tooling, work instructions, and process documentation, with an emphasis on improving manufacturability and enhancing vehicle reliability
- Failure Analysis: Help troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during assembly and testing
- Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams (e.g., engineers, technicians, and managers) to ensure efficient and accurate production
- Vehicle Testing: Participate in vehicle testing activities, both on-site and in specialized facilities
What you'll bring:
Basic Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor's or master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) related discipline
- Engineering experience gained through coursework, research, student organizations, personal projects, internships, or other hands-on activities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using electronic test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, or sensors
- Experience with eCAD software (e.g., Altium, OrCAD, KiCad) or mCAD software (e.g., NX, SolidWorks)
- Basic programming experience using Python, LabVIEW, or a similar programming language
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or process improvement methodologies
- Experience applying engineering principles in laboratory, project, or manufacturing environments
- Experience collaborating on team-based engineering projects
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
Benefits and Perks
- On-site snacks, beverages, and twice-weekly lunches
- The opportunity to work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
- Competitive internship salary
About
Having a strong, inclusive, and inspired team is essential to accomplishing our bold mission. Employees are our biggest asset, and we are deeply committed to them and our values. At Astrolab we…Demonstrate and inspire trust. Interactions are direct, honest, and respectful. We are fair and transparent with what we do and why.Thrive in balance. Balance gives us perspective and keeps us motivated and inspired. We commit to rewarding work and a fulfilling personal life. Seek diverse perspectives. We ask questions, engage in productive debate and offer alternatives to ensure our solutions and products are robust and a reflection of our collective best.Move with purpose. Quality and reliability are accomplished through efficient ideation and iteration. We act with a sense of urgency and deliver what we promise, always with the big picture in mind.Make an impact. We intentionally move our community and industry into the future through our work, practices, and actions.
Astrolab, Inc. Hawthorne, California, USA Office
Hawthorne, CA, United States
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