Summer 2027 - Electrical Engineering Internship, Hardware

About the role

At CesiumAstro, we develop pioneering communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We offer a dynamic, cross‑functional work environment where you can learn, develop, and engage across the organization. The Hardware Design Team is seeking Summer 2027 interns to design and build electronics hardware for satellite communication systems, working full‑stack from concept through part selection, schematic, layout, build, test, delivery, and in‑orbit support.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to team success while learning and gaining experience, working side‑by‑side with design engineers.
• Own schematics and layouts for assigned hardware.
• Perform supporting analysis and hands‑on lab work.
• Take on specific assignments based on project availability and your interests.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a BS, MS, or PhD program in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering at an accredited university.
• Minimum GPA of 3.5.
• Strong fundamentals in EE topics covered in coursework.
• Practical experience designing and building electronics hardware (research project, competition team, extracurricular activity, prior internship, or advanced engineering course).
• Experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, bring‑up, and debugging.
• Hands‑on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, and signal generators.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong extracurricular involvement (e.g., competition teams or research).
• Aerospace experience (previous internship or school CubeSat project).
• Advanced coursework or research experience in digital, power, analog, and/or RF circuit design.
• Strong programming skills to support hardware bring‑up and test (C/C++, Python, MATLAB, etc.).
• Experience with SPICE‑based circuit simulation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Onsite work at one of CesiumAstro’s facilities.