Technical Project Management Intern (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Technical Project Management Intern (Aerospace): Supporting programmatics for satellite missions from concept to completion with an accent on risk management, schedule tracking, and stakeholder coordination. Focus on streamlining headcount forecasting, organizing internal program reviews, and collaborating with engineering teams to develop subsystem schedules.

Location: Must be based in San Francisco, USA. U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required.

Salary: $29.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global builds advanced satellites for high orbits, providing dedicated, secure networks to global customers including sovereign governments and the US military.

What you will do

• Support programmatics from concept to completion for projects ranging from internal R&D to multi-spacecraft missions.
• Execute risk management processes, including tracking burndown plans and coordinating risk closure approvals.
• Facilitate and streamline headcount tracking and forecasting.
• Plan and organize periodic internal program reviews covering schedule, risk, and key requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop schedules for various subsystems and hardware components.

Requirements

• B.S. in aerospace engineering, physics, or applied math.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual.
• Strong communication skills for internal and external stakeholder interactions.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate across different tracks and groups.

Nice to have

• Leadership experience in university programs, clubs, or technical projects.
• Experience with space systems or hardware.
• Familiarity with Smartsheet, Jira, and Confluence.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and V-lookups.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite technology in a high-growth environment.
• Exposure to complex mission-critical projects and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values diverse perspectives.