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Launch Operations & Fluids Engineering Intern
💰 Compensation: $34–$42/hour
📍 Focus: Launch Operations | Fluids Engineering | Controls & Automation | Aerospace
About the Role
We are looking for a Launch Fluids & Operations Engineering Intern to support launch operations, testing, controls, and automation.
Working at the launch site provides hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of rocket operations—from ground systems and vehicle processing through testing and launch.
Program Highlights
🚀 Launch Fluids
Design launch pad propellant and gas infrastructure
Support fluid system design, modeling, and pipe stress analysis
Create fabrication drawings, P&IDs, component lists, and detailed work instructions
⚙️ Launch Operations
Create and optimize automated test sequences, procedures, and data-review processes
Command and monitor launch pad and flight hardware through GUIs and integrated control, automation, and telemetry systems
🛰️ Launch Integration
Support vehicle processing and checkouts at the launch site from receiving through launch operations
Develop and update build flows, work instructions, and test procedures
Work with experienced engineers to support consistent, high-quality execution
🚢 Vehicle Transport & Recovery
Design and build hardware for vehicle transportation and recovery operations
Develop operational procedures
Support the build and integration of systems for Terran R stage transportation and the Terran R Recovery Barge
Additional Engineering Projects
Design, build, and test engine ground spin-start systems
Develop automation for precise ground-system valve actuation
Design and build load-test boxes for avionics hardware-in-the-loop testing
Coordinate interdisciplinary rocket and ground-system architecture
Test flight quick-disconnect systems
Implement computer vision and live depth data on robotic systems
Improve test-stand infrastructure to increase testing efficiency and frequency
Design and 3D-print tools for rocket integration
Required Qualifications
Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-intensity startup environment
Basic knowledge of fluid and structural components and instrumentation, including:
Valves and regulators
Hydraulic actuators
Pressure transducers
Thermocouples
Flow meters
Accelerometers
Strain gauges
Load cells
Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects from beginning to end with minimal oversight
Compensation
💰 $34–$42 per hour
Application Process
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