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Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing · 2 days ago

Mission Integration Engineer Internship (Spring or Summer 2026)

Los Angeles, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$45/hr - $45/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Apex is a spacecraft manufacturing company focused on providing access to space for various applications. They are seeking engineering students for a Mission Integration Engineer Internship, where interns will support mission planning and integration activities, gaining hands-on experience in spacecraft systems and cross-functional collaboration.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Supporting mission architecture definition across spacecraft, launch vehicle, and operations elements

Assisting with mission analysis tasks such as orbital mechanics, deployment concepts, and trajectory trade studies

Helping generate and maintain mission-specific technical budgets (mass, power, data, pointing, etc.)

Supporting requirements analysis, verification, and validation activities

Assisting in the development of technical documentation, interface definitions, and integration procedures

Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, software, and operations teams to ensure system compatibility

Participating in internal design reviews, customer meetings, and technical discussions

Learning how technical risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated at the system level

Qualification

Aerospace EngineeringOrbital MechanicsSystems EngineeringPythonMATLABTechnical CommunicationTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Required

Graduating in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027

Pursuing a BS or MS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Strong interest in spacecraft systems, mission design, and space operations

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and work effectively in a team environment

U.S. Person status required due to access to export-controlled data

Preferred

Coursework or project experience related to orbital mechanics, space systems, or systems engineering preferred

Familiarity with tools such as Python, MATLAB, STK, GMAT, or similar analysis tools is a plus

Benefits

Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost

Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays

Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%

8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel

Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day

Vibrant community: Monthly office BBQs, pickleball tournaments, run club, and social gatherings for you and your family

Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self

World-class Playa Vista office with EV chargers, with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life

Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference