Crew Systems Engineering Intern - Mechanical​/Structures

Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.

As a Nyx Crew Systems Engineering Intern, Mechanical/Structures, you will be at the forefront of our crewed vehicle development. You will be instrumental in enabling our mission by leading the development of requirements, implementing early hardware prototypes, and testing Nyx Crew systems designs.

• Conduct rapid hands‑on prototype development, including designing and building mockups and functional systems
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative human‑in‑the‑loop evaluations of Nyx Crew systems
• Support hardware integration, manufacturing, and integration activities
• Support the US engineering office with tasks related to the Nyx Crew vehicle mechanical and structural systems: requirements definition, conceptual design, CAD modeling, structures and loads analysis, ECLSS modeling, manufacturing, integration and test

Applicants should be currently enrolled students able to work full‑time for a period of at least 12 weeks, beginning in September 2026.

• Undergraduate or graduate studies in engineering, applied physics, computer science, or a related field
• Strong hands‑on project experience through student teams, work projects, personal projects, or hobbies
• Independent, self‑starter attitude

Due to federal regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR), applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (e.g., current Green Card holders).

Location:

Houston, TX.

• We’re Agile – we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
• We’re Open and Collaborative – we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
• We have a lot of Fun – we refuel our energy knowing we are democratizing space. It’s a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?

The Exploration Company is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.

All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which will be subject to the country, role, and project you applied for. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree that any offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of this check. The Exploration Company partners with Zinc Work Limited located in the UK (Zinc), a third‑party provider, to ensure this process is efficient and transparent as possible.

If applicable, you will receive an email from Zinc upon acceptance of your offer with a link to a secure portal where you can provide the required information to Zinc.