Propulsion Manufacturing Intern (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Propulsion Manufacturing Intern (Aerospace): Design & build the factory that builds satellites and deliver a physical propulsion subsystem from tank to thruster ready to operate in space. With an accent on hands-on manufacturing processes, CAD design, and fixing broken equipment or processes. Focus on applying manufacturing knowledge to space-ready hardware in a fast-paced environment.

Location: San Francisco, Northern California, USA. U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

Salary: $29 per hour

Company

hirify.global builds advanced satellites for high orbits, providing secure networks to enterprises, governments, and US military with over $1B in contracts.

What you will do

• Design and build the factory for satellite manufacturing.
• Deliver a complete physical propulsion subsystem ready for space operation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks, Creo, NX, etc.)
• Passion for building things in a fast-paced environment with hands-on design and development
• Strong interest in manufacturing and applying that knowledge
• Compulsion to fix broken equipment, processes, or team communication
• U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required (to comply with U.S. export regulations)

Nice to have

• Experience building or testing liquid propulsion systems
• Experience writing work instructions, test procedures, or using MES/ERP software
• Experience welding, machining, or designing welded/machined components

Culture & Benefits

• 12-week paid internships for currently enrolled university students
• Hands-on work on meaningful space projects regardless of seniority
• Many interns transition to full-time roles
• Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging unique perspectives