True Anomaly · 23 hours ago
Spacecraft Test Engineering Intern
Denver, CO
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$28/hr - $28/hrTrue Anomaly is a company focused on building innovative technology for space security and sustainability. They are seeking a highly motivated Test Engineering Intern to support the planning and execution of test campaigns for spacecraft and aerospace defense systems, working closely with engineers and technical teams to ensure systems meet performance and mission-critical requirements.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support the planning, setup, execution, and documentation of component- and system-level tests across mechanical, electrical, and environmental domains
Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining test procedures, plans, reports, and data packages aligned with engineering requirements and program needs
Execute test procedures, collect and validate test data, and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and configuration control standards
Analyze test results, document anomalies, and support root cause investigations in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Coordinate with design, systems, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure tests align with verification and validation requirements
Prepare for and participate in test readiness reviews, pre-test briefings, and post-test debriefs
Maintain organized test documentation to support internal, customer, and audit reviews
Contribute to continuous improvement of test methodologies, tooling, automation, and data analysis practices
Showcase your work through presentations or project reviews
Participate in social and professional events with fellow interns and employees
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field at a four-year accredited university
Academic or project experience in a test, validation, or lab environment
Working knowledge of, or strong interest in developing expertise with, test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow defined processes and safety protocols
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; willingness to learn test management and data analysis tools
Strong documentation and communication skills
Must be able to work full time (40 hours per week), on-site in Long Beach, CA for 12 consecutive weeks
Intern Program will run May – August 2026
Must be able to provide own transportation and housing
Preferred
Completed Junior and/or Senior year
GPA of 3.5 or above
Exposure to environmental testing concepts (vibration, thermal, shock, TVAC, EMI/EMC)
Strong technical writing skills
Familiarity with aerospace and defense test standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, DO-160)
Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation, sensors, and DAQ systems
Experience with data analysis or automation tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Python
Exposure to failure investigations, root cause analysis, or non-conformance tracking
Passionate about advancing space security and sustainability
Company
True Anomaly
True Anomaly is builds space security and resilience at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and autonomy.
Founded in 2022
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$418.02MKey Investors
AccelStifel BankRiot Ventures
2025-04-30Series C· $260M
2025-04-30Debt Financing
2023-12-12Series B· $100M
Leadership Team
Mark Seidel
Chief Financial Officer
Frank Di Pentino
Chief Strategy Officer
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