GNC/ACS Engineer, Intern

Job Expired

Greenwood Village, CO, United States

Internship

2 years ago

Job description

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, it is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in both end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution including spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations enables customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get rapidly and responsively to orbit. We’re looking to expand our team across the board.

We invite you to be a part of our summer cohort. If you're an undergraduate with a passion for space and a drive to learn, this is your chance to work hands-on with space hardware and contribute to real missions. Every intern at York Space Systems not only participates in our engineering training program but also collaborates on real missions. Backed by a dedicated Senior Engineer mentor and a well-defined project, you'll experience the thrill of aerospace engineering firsthand. We encourage applications from all engineering disciplines; dive into the world of York and find your calling in the vast expanse of space!

INTERNSHIP ROLE:
We are scouting for an ambitious undergraduate student majoring in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field, ready to pioneer advancements in space technology testing. This internship provides a prime opportunity to be at the forefront of York's efforts in streamlining and automating the testing processes for our ACS/GNC components using a state-of-the-art flatsat setup. As an intern, your contributions will be central to enhancing the efficiency and reliability of our spacecraft systems, setting the stage for their deployment in real-world missions. You'll gain hands-on experience, working alongside our seasoned engineers, to transform manual testing paradigms into automated systems.

Available Internship Projects (Teams/Functional Groups):
Ground Software
Flight Software
Mechanical Design
Structural Analysis
Thermal Analysis
Radio Frequency Systems Engineering
Systems Engineering
Test Engineering
Electrical Power Systems Engineering
Project Engineering
Mission Operations Automation

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Familiarize oneself with the flatsat setup and integrate into the York ecosystem.
Work collaboratively to automate end-to-end testing of ACS/GNC components.
Develop and optimize testing scripts for attitude determination, attitude control, and PNT systems.
Contribute to the creation of a unified automated test system.
Analyze test results and present findings to the engineering team.
Engage actively in team discussions and iterative problem-solving sessions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Currently enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate program from an accredited university, majoring in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
A foundational understanding of aerospace systems and testing procedures.Proficiency in MATLAB and associated software tools.
Robust analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
Stellar communication and presentation skills.
A team player with a proactive mindset and eagerness to learn.
An aspiration for a full-time role at York Space Systems post-graduation.
Demonstrable passion for spacecraft and space systems.
Availability to work on-site (Note: This is an in-office internship).

York Space Systems' Commitment to Equality:
We at York Space Systems are staunch believers in providing equal employment opportunities to all, irrespective of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other protected category. Every recruitment decision, from hiring and placement to promotion and training, is made in alignment with this commitment. All applicants must possess permanent authorization to work in the US.