Internship

Spacecraft Engineering Internship

Avionics

Posted on 2/3/2025

Varda Space

Varda Space

51-200 employees

Manufactures products in microgravity environment

Aerospace
Biotechnology

No H1B Sponsorship

El Segundo, CA, USA

Internships are full-time and on-site in Los Angeles, CA.

Category
Avionics
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Altium
Python
Oscilloscope
LTSpice
Data Analysis

You match the following Varda Space's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Familiarity with Altium, LTSpice, Oscilloscopes, Electronic Loads, and DMMs
  • Prior experience designing a PCBA, testing, and debugging it.
  • Experience communicating with electronics via UART, RS232, RS242, or Ethernet along with how to send and receive binary messages.
  • Strong background scripting in Python
Responsibilities
  • Own or contribute to hardware or software design to support development of Spacecraft or payload
  • Create or support test campaigns and build test stands
  • Perform necessary analysis to support development and testing
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous internship or co-op experience
  • Previous experience on technical project teams (i.e. Rocket club, formula SAE, etc.)
  • Electrical Engineer: Familiarity with Altium, Matlab, Python, PCB design, Circuit Debugging, Oscilloscopes, Component Test Racks, Hardware-in-the-loop testing (HIL or HITL), wire harness design and building
  • Software Engineer: Familiarity with Microprocessors and/or FPGAs, C/C++, Python scripting experience, experience setting up CI pipelines and unit tests

Varda Space Industries focuses on making low Earth orbit (LEO) accessible for various industries by manufacturing products in the unique microgravity environment of space. The company develops specialized reentry capsules to safely return these products to Earth. Varda is building the necessary infrastructure, including in-orbit production equipment and cost-effective reentry systems, to support these activities. Their clients include companies in telecommunications and pharmaceuticals, which can benefit from the advantages of microgravity for manufacturing. Unlike many competitors, Varda's business model is centered on providing the infrastructure and services needed for in-space manufacturing, allowing them to charge clients for the use of their facilities and the return of products. The goal of Varda Space is to industrialize low Earth orbit, enabling the production of advanced materials and life-saving drugs that can only be made in space.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$166.8M

Headquarters

El Segundo, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

11%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Varda raised $90M to advance in-space pharmaceutical manufacturing infrastructure.
  • Growing demand for high-performance fiber optics presents a lucrative opportunity for Varda.
  • Reusable rockets have reduced launch costs, making space manufacturing more viable.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from In Orbit Aerospace could challenge Varda's market position.
  • Reliance on Southern Launch may pose logistical challenges for reentry capsules.
  • The space pharmaceutical field is competitive, potentially diluting Varda's market share.

What makes Varda Space unique

  • Varda focuses on microgravity manufacturing for unique terrestrial applications.
  • The company develops specialized reentry capsules for safe product return to Earth.
  • Varda aims to industrialize low Earth orbit for advanced materials and pharmaceuticals.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field to working by your side

Working in El Segundo, CA - an awesome Southern California beach city with quick access to entertainment and outdoor activities

Equity in a fully funded space startup that is about to go through massive growth

Company parties and generally a fun atmosphere

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Health insurance

Lunch and snacks provided on site. Dinners twice a week for those working late.

Parental leave