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Intern, Mechanical/Thermal Engineering

Lanteris Space Systems
San Jose, CA Intern
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026
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Lanteris Space Systems is seeking a Mechanical/Thermal Engineering Intern to support the design and development of our spacecraft systems. The primary location is Palo Alto, CA; however, occasional work in San Jose, CA, may be needed. The role will contribute to the development, analysis and production of satellite thermal systems, sub-assemblies, and components.

What You’ll Be Doing

The role may include a variety of projects, such as

  • Front-end thermal design, calculations, model development and simulation
  • Thermal hardware design, drawing development, production and integration
  • Development of thermal test requirements and documentation
  • Thermal test preparations, setup and execution
  • Trending and analysis of on-orbit spacecraft data
  • Infrared imaging and post-processing
  • Development of tools and documentation to improve work processes

Minimum Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program with completion of two years or more, or a Master's degree program, in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related discipline.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or similar suite
  • Interest in aerospace or mechanical design
  • Ability to work on-site in Palo Alto, CA and/or San Jose, CA

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong verbal and written communication, organizational and leadership skills
  • Group project experience, ability to collaborate with team members of different technical disciplines
  • Strong computer skills, preferably familiarity with Python, MATLAB, Sharepoint, Thermal Desktop, PTC Creo and/or AutoCAD
  • Completion of college-level heat transfer and/or mechanical design courses
  • Experience or interest in process improvements

The base pay for this position within California is: $28.00 - $31.00 hourly

The salary range listed is based on two years or more of completed studies. This range will vary based on the number of years of experience and work location.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. More information on our benefits will be shared with candidates as they move forward in the recruitment process.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

The date of posting can be found on the Lanteris Space Systems Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via the Lanteris Space Systems Career page.

Lanteris Space Systems values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $28 - $31

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