planetlabs

Intern, Spacecraft Systems Engineer

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At a Glance

Location
San Francisco, California, United States
Compensation
commencement of employment is $35 - $60. The final salary range is de
Posted
2026-03-09T18:56:09-04:00

Key Requirements

Required Skills

AgilePython

Domain Knowledge

  • Aerospace
  • Defense
  • Engineering
  • Environmental

Requirements

Pursuing a BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or similar.

Understanding of one or multiple satellite subsystems, including Mechanical, Thermal, ADSCS/GNC, Propulsion, or Electrical

Experience collaborating with technical teams

Excellent communication skills

Excited by working in an agile, fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.

Commuter Benefits

Paid time off for holidays and company-wide days off

Internet reimbursement

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Responsibilities

We are currently seeking a Spacecraft Systems Engineering Intern to drive the design, build, and operation of our next generation of earth imaging satellites. As a spacecraft systems engineering intern you will work with an agile team through requirements formulation, design, verification and validation (V&V), as well as integration, assembly and testing (AI&T) phases for new satellite systems. You will also interface with our Product team to ensure that our satellites meet our customer’s needs, with our manufacturing leads to transition our satellites to mass production, and our Mission Operations leads to ensure the proper on-orbit operation of our future fleets.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in our San Francisco office 5 days per week.