Flight Software Intern Spring 2027
Job Location:
Littleton, CO - USA
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Job Summary
ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets spacecraft and critical subsystems that keep the world connected protected expand humanitys reach to the Moon Mars and beyond. We move fast build real hardware for meaningful missions and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.
As a Flight Software Intern based at Rocket Labs sitein Littleton Colorado you will have the opportunity tosupport the MAX Flight Software team in designing and testing flight software. This includes the opportunity to enhance your testing abilities against emulated hardware.
WHAT YOULL GET TO DO
As an intern you will work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally
Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solvereal challenges
Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors and supervisors tofacilitatesuccess and learning while providing progress updates
Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events
YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in small high-performing teams that are focused on continued learning and growth. Success in this position will be measured by the knowledge and experience you bring to the role your ability to lead development projects without supervision and your ability to successfully collaborate across teams to deliver results.
Must be enrolled in a bachelors masters or doctorate degree program in Computer science computer engineering or software engineeringelectrical engineeringor related fieldand have at least one semester of school remaining post internship
GPA of 3.0 or above
3 months of applied engineering experience (internship laboratory and personal/team project experience is applicable)
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE
GPA of 3.5 or above
6 months of applied engineering experience (internship laboratory and personal/team project experience is applicable)
Programming experience in C C Python Rust
Experience with Git
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to work full-time on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning January February or March 2027
COMPENSATION AND OTHER BENEFITS
Pay Range CO: $27.00 USD Hourly
You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Base salary is only one part of Rocket Labs compensation package for this role.You may be eligible for company stock or cash incentives andcan purchase discounted stock through Rocket Labs Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical dental and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid vacation holidays and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.
Base Pay Range (CO Only)
$27 - $27 USD
WHAT TO EXPECT
Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work determination relentless innovation teamwork grit and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs checking our egos at the door and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure work to tight deadlines and our focus is always on how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
Important information:
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia Japan New Zealand Switzerland the European Union or a country that is part of NATO or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations click here ITAR Regulations.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
The end-to-end space company delivering reliable launch services, spacecraft, satellite components.
