Job Description

Department: Avionics
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Hawthorne, California
Description
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
We’re looking for motivated, creative, and exceptional individuals to join our world-class team. As an Avionics Engineering Intern, you will contribute to the design, testing, and integration of avionics systems for planetary rovers. This internship offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team driving the future of space exploration while gaining real-world engineering experience.
What You'll Do
Assist in the design and testing of high-reliability avionics systems for space applications
Support system-level trades to ensure avionics systems and components are robust and meet mission requirements
Collaborate with engineers to ensure seamless subsystem integration of mechanical, electrical, and software systems
Use lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators, to troubleshoot and validate designs
Participate in the development and testing of command & data handling, power, and motor control assemblies and subsystems
What You'll Bring
Education: In the process of completing or recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics)
Experience: At least 3 months of applied engineering experience outside of the classroom, including research, extracurricular project teams, personal projects, or prior internship/work experience
Familiarity with lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators
Basic understanding of:
Digital communication protocols (e.g., RS-232, SPI, CAN, I2C)
Motor controller design and tuning for BLDC and PMSM motors
Power systems design, including LDO regulators, Buck/Boost converters, and grounding schemes
FPGA and MCU embedded systems
Eagerness to learn and contribute to real-world engineering challenges
Interest in spacecraft systems design and avionics development
Familiarity with radiation effects and mitigation strategies on avionics systems
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Benefits
Work with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration
On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches
Competitive internship salary

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Fall 2025 Avionics Engineering Intern Job at Astrolab, Hawthorne, CA

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