Ground Systems Engineering Intern (Aerospace)

Location: Auckland, New Zealand; onsite work on launch pad systems and ground support infrastructure

Company

hirify.global is an end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems for space missions.

What you will do

• Assist with the design and analysis of launch range electrical systems and facilities, including power distribution, generators, UPSs, switchgear, grounding, lighting, cabling, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Develop electrical designs, schematics, panel layouts, cable and harness designs, load calculations, bills of materials, and documented technical analyses.
• Support component selection, design trade-off studies, and design work for high-vibration, harsh, and explosive-atmosphere environments.
• Support testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, construction, operation, and maintenance of pad systems and their components.
• Maintain drawings, reports, and project records while gaining exposure to scheduling, budgeting, and project reporting.
• Follow health and safety procedures, use required PPE, report incidents, and contribute to team meetings and technical improvements.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a BE, ME, or advanced degree in a relevant electrical engineering program.
• Knowledge of low- and high-voltage AC and DC systems.
• Hands-on experience with electrical equipment, data acquisition, control, or automation systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• For New Zealand office roles, nationality and background checks are required for access to equipment and data regulated by ITAR.

Nice to have

• Experience with power supply and distribution systems, generators, UPSs, and relevant national or international standards.
• Exposure to instrumentation and control systems, panel design, layout, or wiring.
• Previous electrical engineering or aerospace internship or project experience.
• Hands-on fabrication, prototyping, or test equipment experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on work on real aerospace, rocket, spacecraft, launch pad, and ground support projects.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and industry professionals.
• Professional development opportunities in the space industry.
• Collaborative, innovative, and high-accountability environment focused on teamwork and tight deadlines.
• Potential pathway to future career opportunities at hirify.global.

Hiring process

• Submit a cover letter explaining interest in the role and citing a relevant project, experience, or hobby.
• Applications and interviews are reviewed on a rolling basis, and positions may be filled before the closing date.
• Expected start date: November 2026.