Systems Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) at Muon Space

Mountain View, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Aerospace, Systems, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
  • Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals across multiple disciplines (e.g., mechanical, electrical, software)
  • Demonstrated proficiency in a programming or scripting language for analysis and modeling (e.g., Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Julia, C++)
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to approach complex, multi-disciplinary challenges from a first-principles perspective
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of or contribute to cross-functional projects spanning hardware, software, mission operations and data delivery
  • Develop system models, simulations, and analyses to support architecture decisions, performance validation, and test campaigns
  • Define and manage system requirements, interfaces, and verification plans
  • Initiate or assist in system-level integration and test campaigns, including designing and improving test setups and procedures
  • Engage in testing and analysis activities in the lab, either on the bench or with integrated flight hardware

Skills

Systems Modeling
Simulation
Trade Studies
Requirements Management
Interface Definition
Verification Planning
Integration Testing
Test Planning
Lab Testing
Mission Design

Muon Space

Designs and operates satellite constellations

About Muon Space

Muon Space designs, deploys, and operates satellite constellations to provide Earth Intelligence that helps protect people, the climate, and ecosystems. Their services include creating mission strategies, building satellite systems, and managing these systems using their own AI automation technology. This approach allows them to deliver high performance and reliability while keeping costs low and speeding up satellite launches. Unlike many competitors, Muon Space focuses on understanding and solving their clients' specific needs rather than just selling satellite products. They operate on a pay-as-you-go model, which includes the development and operation of satellite constellations and the data generated from them. The team at Muon Space has significant experience from leading organizations like NASA, Google, and SpaceX, which enhances their capability to deliver valuable insights to clients in areas such as climate change, security, and resource management.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$98.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consulting, AI & Machine Learning, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Parental Leave

Risks

Competition from tech giants like Google may challenge Muon Space's market share.
Reliance on partnerships, like with Earth Fire Alliance, poses strategic alignment risks.
Ambitious FireSat Constellation timeline by 2026 could strain operations and finances.

Differentiation

Muon Space offers end-to-end space systems with mission-tailored LEO satellite constellations.
Their technology stack optimizes missions for faster time-to-orbit and remote sensing performance.
Muon Space's team has expertise from NASA, Google, and SpaceX, enhancing their innovative capabilities.

Upsides

Muon Space secured $56.7 million in Series B funding, boosting financial stability.
Partnership with SNC enhances RF technology, expanding commercial possibilities for Muon Space.
FireSat Constellation addresses rising demand for wildfire monitoring due to climate change.

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