Systems Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) Verified today
Position Summary
Axiom Space is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern to support systems engineering activities across spaceflight hardware and ground systems programs. You will work under mentorship from experienced systems engineers on requirements definition, interface management, system architecture, and verification and validation planning.
This is a temporary, project-based internship onsite in Houston, Texas from June 1 to August 20, 2027. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation and accommodations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support systems engineering activities for an assigned subsystem or component
- Assist with requirements definition, documentation, and traceability
- Support interface control and management activities
- Support system architecture development
- Assist in verification and validation planning, including test plan development and execution
- Support integrated performance assessments and trade studies
- Document systems engineering products to support internal review
- Present findings and status updates to your assigned team
- Depending on assignment, support systems engineering for EVA/spacesuit systems, station systems, or ground systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
- Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders
- Implement agile development methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate student (MS/MA or Ph.D.) pursuing a degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Coursework or project experience in systems engineering principles (requirements, architecture, verification) is a plus
- Exposure to requirements management or MBSE tools (DOORS, Jama, Cameo) through coursework or personal projects is a plus
- Familiarity with basic engineering analysis or modeling tools (MATLAB) preferred
- Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience (design team, robotics club) is a plus
- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
- Genuine curiosity and passion for space exploration and complex systems problem-solving
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
- Self-motivated with ability to take initiative on assigned tasks
- Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
- Good judgement to problem-solve proactively and positively impact hard challenges
- Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high-quality results
Core Competencies
- Accountability
- Technical Rigor
- Execution Discipline
- Pride of Delivery
- Leadership, Innovation, and Teamwork
Work Environment
Generally an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs (5% of the time). Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.
Export Control Requirements
This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.