Development Test Engineering Intern

Posted on 9/4/2025

Impulse Space

Impulse Space

No salary listed

El Segundo, CA, USA

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As a Development Test Engineering Intern, you will work on all aspects of development test equipment while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that strives to make a high-performance spacecraft from a clean sheet design.  
  • Design and build fluid, mechanical and electrical test systems in support of liquid rocket propulsion and spacecraft systems testing 
  • Collaborate with wide ranging teams across the company, including Redondo Beach and Mojave. 
  • Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting as needed 
  • Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight 
  • Recent completion or working towards Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science or related field 
  • Demonstrated ability to take project ownership and work well in a small team  
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience working with fluid or mechanical systems  
  • Preferred Skills and Experience 
  • Working knowledge of components (valves, regulators, sensors, power supplies) and hands-on skills (tube fabrication, metalworking, wiring) 
  • Prior experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic or electromechanical test equipment  
  • Prior experience in propulsion development and/or testing