Sierra Space Careers: Dare to Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn't restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the RoleCome start your career with some of the brightest and most innovative minds in the country. Get your hands on actual projects, and at the same time, prepare for a truly awesome career in aerospace and defense. This is not your parent's internship program - you won't be getting coffee and ordering lunch. Our Interns have the unique experience of getting both mentoring and coaching while working side by side with recognized industry experts on real-world assignments directly related to their field of study. Bring your knowledge and desire to learn, and we will provide the experience.

Summer internships are typically 10-12 weeks starting in late May/early June and work an average of 40 hours a week. Depending on satisfactory completion of certain criteria during your internship, you may be considered for a full-time position upon graduation. As a RPO Intern, you'll ask questions, get involved, bring your ideas, be part of an actual project team, attend planning meetings, complete assignments as tasked by your team, absorb and learn from your team and apply that learning to projects assig

You'll have the opportunity to learn fundamental business processes and procedures, build your technical foundation through practice and mentorship, and participate in an in-depth program built by our University Recruiting team, that includes cross-functional workshops and meeting with leadership to gain understanding of the business and Sierra Space culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Design algorithms and write software

Build RPO lab capabilities, which can include mechanical builds of test equipment, lab software development, and running testing

About You

Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream - to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly - to join us on this transformational journey.

We're looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university

Must have at least one academic term remaining after the completion of the internship

Students must be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior undergraduate student or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. Program

Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio

Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment

Strong organization skills and work ethic; detail oriented

Preferred Qualifications:

Pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline

Completed coursework in Guidance, Navigation, & Control, and/or Astrodynamics

Proficiency in C++ and MATLAB

Familiarity with Systems Tool Kit (STK)

Exposure to Kalman Filtering

Hands-on testing and/or robotics experience

Engineering Intern Sophomore: $28.00/hour Engineering Intern Junior/Senior: $30.00/hour Engineering Intern BA/MS Dual Program or 5 yr BA/MS Program: $31.00 Engineering Intern Master's: $35.00/hour Engineering Intern PhD: $42.00/hour

Intern pay is deter ined by the level of courses completed during... For full info follow application link.

At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their