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 Summer 2026 Intern - Portable Life Support System Project Engineer to join the team with our Engineering Division.

This is a temporary role not to exceed 20 weeks.

The PLSS Project Engineer Intern will:

• Perform project engineering functions supporting the spacesuit Portable Life Support System (PLSS), including hardware development, assembly, and maintenance
• Define, develop, procure, and build new ground support equipment (GSE) and test support equipment (TSE) needed for the evaluation of spacesuit hardware
• Plan and execute hardware troubleshooting to investigate mechanical and electrical failures within flight hardware, development test articles, or test support hardware
• Develop essential documentation for the system including assembly procedures, test plans, detailed test procedures, and any additional operations-related products
• Design tests, identifying instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Coordinate test activities and requirements with test facilities
• Provide direction to matrix organizations during all phases of hardware requirements development, design, manufacturing, and testing
• Perform other duties as required​

Requisition Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited university.
• Completed at least 45 credit hours.
• Minimum of 2.8 GPA.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience in working with engineers in a collaborative environment​

Requisition Preferences:

• ​Requires a HS diploma or its equivalent and enrolled in a related Engineering Degree Program at an accredited College or University
• Have previous Intern experience at NASA

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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