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Automation & Controls Engineering (Summer 2026)
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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionAs an
Automation & Controls Engineering
, you will work on all aspects of propulsion test equipment while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that strives to make a high-performance spacecraft from a clean sheet design. Responsibilities
Design and build fluid, mechanical and electrical test systems in support of liquid rocket propulsion and spacecraft systems testing
Collaborate with wide ranging teams across the company, including Redondo Beach and Mojave.
Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting as needed
Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight
Minimum Qualifications
Recent completion or working towards Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science or related field
Demonstrated ability to take project ownership and work well in a small team
Demonstrated hands-on experience working with fluid or mechanical systems
Skills and Experience
Working knowledge of components (valves, regulators, sensors, power supplies) and hands-on skills (tube fabrication, metalworking, wiring)
Prior experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic or electromechanical test equipment
Prior experience in propulsion development and/or testing
Additional Requirements
Willing and able to work on-site in Redondo Beach, CA or Mojave, CA for the duration of the
This role may require overtime hours; interns are eligible for overtime pay.
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the
form of stock options , and access to
medical, vision & dental coverage
as well as
access to a 401(k) retirement plan .
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. , lawful permanent 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by , , , , /, veteran status, status, , , , marital status, mental or physical or any other legally protected status.
Automation & Controls Engineering
, you will work on all aspects of propulsion test equipment while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that strives to make a high-performance spacecraft from a clean sheet design. Responsibilities
Design and build fluid, mechanical and electrical test systems in support of liquid rocket propulsion and spacecraft systems testing
Collaborate with wide ranging teams across the company, including Redondo Beach and Mojave.
Perform test setup, hardware inspections, checkouts and troubleshooting as needed
Conduct test operations geared toward rapidly developing hardware for spaceflight
Minimum Qualifications
Recent completion or working towards Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science or related field
Demonstrated ability to take project ownership and work well in a small team
Demonstrated hands-on experience working with fluid or mechanical systems
Skills and Experience
Working knowledge of components (valves, regulators, sensors, power supplies) and hands-on skills (tube fabrication, metalworking, wiring)
Prior experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic or electromechanical test equipment
Prior experience in propulsion development and/or testing
Additional Requirements
Willing and able to work on-site in Redondo Beach, CA or Mojave, CA for the duration of the
This role may require overtime hours; interns are eligible for overtime pay.
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the
form of stock options , and access to
medical, vision & dental coverage
as well as
access to a 401(k) retirement plan .
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. , lawful permanent 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by , , , , /, veteran status, status, , , , marital status, mental or physical or any other legally protected status.