Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer Intern to join the team!

This is a temporary role not to exceed 14 weeks.

The Science Integration team seeks a Mechanical Engineer Intern to work at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. The intern will work on research and development concepts related to human-robotic interactions in planetary analog environments. This temporary position is only offered in person and onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Assist science team in development of legged autonomous planetary surface exploration
• Assist science payload team with sensor integration onto robotic hardware
• Work with planetary simulants and granular materials
• Assist with regolith mechanics evaluations from lab and field tests
• Participate in human-robot testing at JSC labs and possibly in field locations
• Collaborate with aerospace professionals and other interns in lab spaces such as: Field Equipment for Exploration Training (FEET) Lab, Advanced Concepts for Exploration (ACE) Lab, Simulant Development Lab (SDL), etc.

Requisition Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited university.
• Completed at least 45 credit hours.
• Minimum of 2.8 GPA.

Requisition Preferences:

• BS/MS student in mechanical engineering, robotics, or a closely related field
• Programming skills
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Robotics experience
• Science integration

Why Join Our Team?

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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