Mission Architecture Intern

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2 Locations
In-Office
28-28 Hourly
Internship
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Defense • Manufacturing
Delivering decisive capabilities for space superiority.
The Role
Interns will engage in mission architecture analysis, develop system requirements, collaborate in cross-functional teams, and gain practical engineering experience.
Summary Generated by Built In

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

OUR MISSION

The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.

OUR VALUES

  • Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity
  • What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results
  • It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently enrolled in Aerospace or Mechanical at a four-year accredited university
  • Experience in the development of aircraft, spacecraft, or similar systems (internships, laboratory, academic, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
  • Orbital mechanics/astrodynamics coursework
  • Must be able to work full time (40 hours per week), on-site in Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA for 12 consecutive weeks.
    • Co-Op Programs will run concurrent with University Semester dates
    • Intern Program will run May – August 2026
  • Must be able to provide own transportation and housing.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

  • Have completed their Junior and/or Senior year
  • GPA of 3.5 or above.
  • Passionate about advancing space security and sustainability.
  • Resilient problem-solving attitude.
  • Experience with astrodynamics simulation tools (STK, GMAT etc).
  • Proficient in Python.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • As a member of our Engineering Internship Program, you will gain hands-on experience contributing to the design, development, and testing of mission-critical spacecraft systems. Internship responsibilities may include:
    • Mission Architecture analysis:
      • Develop system or subsystem level ConOps, create mission tests and mission data processing capabilities to gain insight into system performance, evaluate and define system requirements, perform cross system and astrodynamics analysis, perform system trade studies.
    • Collaborate closely with mentors and team members to apply your knowledge and develop technical skills in a fast-paced environment.
    • Engage in cross-functional teamwork, interacting with engineers from various disciplines to solve complex challenges.
    • Showcase your work through presentations or project reviews.
    • Participate in social and professional events with fellow interns and employees

COMPENSATION

  • Base Salary: $28/hour 

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.



To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.


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The Company
HQ: Centennial, CO
250 Employees
Year Founded: 2022

What We Do

Space was once the quietest place in the universe. Now, it's crowded, contested, and confrontational. 

We are True Anomaly: the only defense company focused exclusively on space defense.

Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members, True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms, mission software engineered for unmatched command and control, and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects. 
 
True Anomaly is headquartered in Centennial, CO, with regional offices in Colorado Springs, CO, Long Beach, CA, and Washington, D.C. 

We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly, from any technical industry or background, to bring unique talents, perspective, and solutions. If you embrace complexity, lead instead of follow, showcase integrity over ego, take ownership for outcomes, and measure success by impact, we want to hear from you.

Why Work With Us

True Anomaly exists to enable a secure, stable, and sustainable space environment for the US, its allies, and partners. We design and build spacecraft and software solutions for space superiority.

If you are ready to contribute to the future of space defense, we’d love to hear from you.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

We are a hybrid office culture. Our employees work from offices in Denver, Colorado Springs, Los Angeles, and Washington D.C. We recognize the importance of in-office collaboration, but also the value of a flexible work and location requirements

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