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CompanyIntuitive Machines
LocationGreenbelt
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with robotic system testing, CAD modeling of mission environments, and the design of scale models. They will also contribute to software development for robotic systems and the integration of AI tools.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
769
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Intuitive Machines is a leading space infrastructure company that builds spacecraft, connects networks, and operates infrastructure-as-a-service for commercial, civil, and national security customers. With a proven track record across the space domain, the Company, through organic growth and portfolio expansion, has built over 300 spacecraft, delivered over 260 kilograms of payload to the lunar surface, and provided precision navigation expertise that has guided spacecraft across our solar system. These capabilities form an integrated Build-Connect-Operate infrastructure service company, enabling customers to achieve mission and campaign outcomes through a single prime solution. Intuitive Machines’ technology has been demonstrated across the space domain and is engineered to support the next century of opportunity in space. 
About the Role

About Intuitive Machines

Intuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. Our mission is to further science and exploration, communications, and economic progress from the Earth to the Moon and beyond. With the first commercial lunar landing in history, multiple NASA lunar missions in development, and additional private missions on our manifest, we pride ourselves in supporting our customers and the nation in paving the way to return humans to the surface of the Moon. Our world-class team includes experts in all aspects of spacecraft subsystems design, development, and test, on-orbit operations, and safety.

We are  seeking a robotics engineering intern on the OMES III contract in support of NASA’s In-space Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing (ISAM) Capabilities Office. This position is located at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, MD.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The ISAM Capabilities Office is a multifaceted team that is maturing robotic servicing technologies to tackle new challenges including extending the lifespan of satellites, assembling massive telescopes in space, and refueling and repairing spacecraft on journeys to distant locations. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a passion for learning to assist with a variety of projects, including:

  • Supporting test facility setup and testing of new robotic systems
  • Creating CAD models of test facilities at Goddard Space Flight Center or of mission environments
  • Developing tools to analyze robot performance or reach and access
  • Designing and 3D printing interactive scale models of mission spacecraft and robots
  • Developing software for tabletop robotic systems
  • Integration of AI tools into multiple phases of the software development lifecycle

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Currently enrolled in College or High School pursing Engineering, Computer Science, or related degree or pre-engineering or programming coursework
  • Strong passion for engineering and/or robotics
  • Demonstrated ability to solve problems, work independently, and take initiative
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience with CAD software, particularly CREO or Blender
  • Experience designing and fabricating parts
  • Experience with Linux, Python, or Robot Operating System (ROS)
  • Experience with AI tools for software development
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

EEOC
   
 Intuitive Machines is an Equal Opportunity 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.  

Key Skills
RoboticsCADCREOBlenderPythonLinuxRobot Operating System (ROS)3D PrintingSoftware DevelopmentArtificial IntelligenceEngineeringComputer ScienceProblem SolvingCommunicationTeamwork
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