Mechanical Engineer Intern
Lunar Outpost
Mechanical Engineer Intern
Lunar Outpost
Autonomous lunar rovers and space robotics
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Lunar Outpost, you will participate in the design, review, fabrication, assembly, and maintenance of numerous cutting-edge robotic systems. All interns will work directly alongside full-time engineers on real, engaging, and impactful projects, providing tangible value to Lunar Outpost products. This internship offers a truly end-to-end experience that promotes collaboration at every stage of autonomous robotic development.
Working Conditions / Schedule: This position is required to be onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where applicable, employees may work remotely on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.
Qualifications:
Early-June (June 7, 2027) to late August (August 20, 2027). Start and end dates are flexible with the intern's school schedule. This is an in-person internship; Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Golden, Colorado.
Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.
Autonomous lunar rovers and space robotics
Lunar Outpost builds robotic systems for space and Earth, focusing on lunar surface mobility and in-situ resource utilization, including the MAPP autonomous rovers for mobility-as-a-service on the Moon and the Lunar Terrain Vehicle for Artemis, plus terrestrial Canary sensors. MAPP rovers autonomously navigate the Moon to carry payloads, while the LTV supports astronauts and deploys infrastructure; Canary sensors monitor air quality on Earth and were adapted from space-dust detection, with Nokia testing lunar 4G connectivity. The company differentiates itself with a service-based mobility model and partnerships (NASA, GM, Goodyear, Lockheed Martin), plus a track record of commercial lunar landings and a focus on payload delivery and infrastructure. Its goal is to lower the cost of space exploration, spur a cislunar economy, and enable sustained lunar activity through reliable mobility, resource use, and communication-enabled systems.
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