Mechanisms Engineering Intern

Position: Mechanisms Engineering Intern

Location: Broomfield CO

Position Type: Fulltime Summer Internship

Mission: High Frontier Handson Design Development and Integration Support for Spacecraft Systems

Were Karman a fastmoving space startup on a mission to redefine what small dedicated teams can achieve in space. Our High Frontier mission requires seamless integration across multiple spacecraft subsystems including propulsion avionics structures power thermal and communication. As an intern at Karman you will contribute to these critical engineering efforts gaining handson experience in realworld space system development.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

As a Mechanisms Engineering Intern at Karman you will support the design analysis integration and testing of spacecraft mechanical subsystems. Working alongside experienced engineers you will contribute to solving technical challenges supporting mission development and gaining insight into the full engineering lifecycle. This role provides exposure to various disciplines and assignments will be tailored based on team needs and your background.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of deepspace spacecraft components and subsystems.
• Conduct simulations analyses and testing to validate component and subsystem performance.
• Support the integration of subsystems ensuring compatibility with the overall spacecraft architecture.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including propulsion avionics thermal structures and software engineers.
• Participate in handson testing troubleshooting and data analysis to refine system performance.
• Assist in documentation and presentation of engineering work contributing to technical reviews and design discussions.
• Conduct quickturnaround design build test prototyping iterations to help mature component and subsystem designs.
• Assist in evaluation and procurement of parts and materials to build flight hardware and ground support equipment.
• Engage in problemsolving efforts to address technical challenges and mission constraints.

What you bring:

• Fundamental knowledge in an engineering discipline such as aerospace mechanical electrical software or systems engineering.
• Handson experience with engineering tools CAD software or analysis packages relevant to your discipline.
• Coursework in machine design statics and dynamics control systems.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a keen interest in space systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fastpaced teamoriented environment.
• Effective communication skills and attention to detail in technical documentation.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with spacecraft robotics or aerospace projects including university teams or personal projects.
• Familiarity with simulation modeling or programming tools relevant to space systems (e.g. MATLAB Python Simcenter Thermal Desktop ANSYS NASTRAN or equivalent).
• Coursework in design and analysis of spacecraft mechanisms and structures.
• Curricular or extracurricular experience designing and building spacecraft mechanisms hardware additive manufacturing.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices for space system design and testing.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Software Engineering or a related technical field
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira Confluence or similar project management platforms is a plus
• A passion for space and a drive to learn by doing

Additional Information

We Offer

Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $20.00 $25.00 per hour in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amount listed above.

Location & Work Environment

This position is fulltime inperson at our offices & lab in Broomfield CO. If you reside in locations outside of daily commuting distance you will be considered however no relocation or travel assistance will be provided by Karman for this position. This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein you may be provided with a public work station (cubicle) or private offices. In the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job you will be required to view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time.

Travel

Occasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training seminars conferences meetings events or visits to onsite locations.

Disclaimer

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required. Karman reserves the right to change or assign additional duties responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.

Hiring Practices

Karman is proud to be an equalopportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race color religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry physical or mental disability genetic information veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact .