York Space Systems Engineering InternshipYork Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next-generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York's complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York's existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.The ideal York Engineering intern is a highly motivated, proactive individual who enjoys learning and is excited about working on space hardware and real missions.
Each York Space Systems intern has the opportunity to work on York missions, while participating in a tailored engineering training program. Each intern is provided with a dedicated Senior Engineer as a mentor and is assigned a scope bound project that is challenging yet achievable during the duration of the program. York encourages you to indicate the engineering discipline(s) you're interested in with your application, this is your opportunity to experience what it would be like to work at York and discover your passion.
Successful candidates will be high energy, adaptable, eager to learn, and passionate about space!ResponsibilitiesContribute to development of a high-fidelity spacecraftInterface with multiple engineering disciplines and project stakeholdersContribute to design reviews, process improvement and tool developmentExecute a time bound, well defined project which is of high value to YorkGain hands-on assembly and test experienceParticipate in an agile scrum team focused on delivering autonomous and automated solutions for mission operations tasks.Collaborate with team members, management, and customers to ensure projects are completed to standard.Identify risks and form contingency plans as soon as possible.Communicate with the team about challenges, failures, and successes.QualificationsEnrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited university studying engineeringMust have completed at least Freshman year of the degree programAbility to commit to a 40-hour work-week for the duration of the InternshipStrong communicator, great team player and overall hard workerSelf-starter and self-motivated with a hunger to learnAn interest in full time employment at York Space SystemsDemonstrated interest in spacecraft and space systemsWilling and able to work in our Greenwood Village, CO office (this is not a remote internship)Preferred QualificationsExperience in the following languages and operating systems: Python, C, SQL, Linux.Experienced in data-driven processes and operations to establish autonomous solutions.Strong verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills in a team environment.Knowledge of developing, modifying, debugging.BenefitsIn addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer medical coverage to our Interns.