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Satellite Mission Operations Intern – Altus

CompanyIntuitive Machines
LocationHouston
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist in planning and preparing for Altus satellite operations, including developing procedures and supporting flight controller training simulations. They will also monitor spacecraft status, document performance, and collaborate with engineers to improve operational tools and processes.
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

Satellite Mission Operations Intern – Altus 

 Houston, TX

Summer 2027

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 multiple NASA lunar missions in development and additional private missions on our manifest, we pride ourselves in supporting NASA, 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.

About the Position:

Intuitive Machines is seeking a motivated Satellite Mission Operations Intern to support the operation, training, and ongoing development of mission operations capabilities for the company's Altus spacecraft. 

The intern will work alongside satellite flight controllers and spacecraft engineers to support spacecraft operations, operational planning, and flight controller training. This position provides hands-on experience in spacecraft operations preparation and training, along with exposure to real-time operations of Intuitive Machines' satellite constellation. 

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with planning and preparation for Altus satellite operations, including spacecraft activities and operational timelines. 
  • Support the development, review, and maintenance of spacecraft operating procedures, checklists, and technical documentation. 
  • Participate in the planning, scripting, and execution of satellite flight controller training simulations. 
  • Assist with the preparation of training materials and other products used to qualify and maintain flight controller proficiency. 
  • Support spacecraft operations activities, including monitoring spacecraft status, reviewing operational data, and documenting spacecraft performance under supervision. 
  • Assist with the tracking and documentation of spacecraft operational issues, anomalies, and follow-up actions. 
  • Collaborate with spacecraft engineers and operations personnel to improve operational tools, procedures, and processes. 
  • Gain exposure to real-time operations of Intuitive Machines' satellite constellation as training and mission constraints permit. 

Requirements:

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline. 
  • Strong interest in spacecraft operations and satellite systems. 
  • Good written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary technical environment. 
  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow established technical procedures. 
  • Willingness to learn spacecraft systems, operational tools, and real-time operations processes. 

No previous professional work experience or spacecraft operations experience is required.

Preferred Requirements: 

  • Academic coursework or projects involving spacecraft systems, orbital mechanics, control systems, or related technical disciplines. 
  • Familiarity with programming or data analysis tools such as Python. 
  • Exposure to robotics, satellite projects, or engineering laboratory activities. 
  • Interest in spacecraft telemetry, command and control, and mission control operations. 
  • Familiarity with technical documentation, spreadsheets, or collaborative engineering tools. 

US EEO Statement:

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
Spacecraft operationsMission planningFlight controller trainingTechnical documentationData analysisPythonOrbital mechanicsControl systemsTelemetryCommand and controlAerospace engineeringMechanical engineeringElectrical engineeringComputer sciencePhysicsMathematics
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