Docking Intern

Astroscale U.S. is dedicated to the global Astroscale vision of ensuring the safe and sustainable development of space for future generations.  Astroscale U.S. Inc. is a leading provider of on-orbit servicing solutions — including inspection, transportation, life extension, debris removal and refueling — for the U.S. government and commercial operators around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Astroscale U.S. applies world-class rendezvous, proximity operations and docking capabilities, mission design, policy, and economics expertise to solve the complex challenges our customers face. 

Astroscale U.S. Inc. is currently seeking a Docking Intern for Summer 2026.

• Develop creative mechanical design concepts to deliver on-orbit servicing solutions.
• Perform structural design and configuration tasks on a range of items including spacecraft structures, ground support equipment, deployable structures, and servicing interfaces.
• Develop robotic controls system and be able to communicate between software, electrical, and mechanical teams and tasks.
• Support functional testing of prototype systems to inform design improvement iterations.
• Support structural qualification testing on spacecraft systems and components including test design, test conduct, and operating interface equipment for unit under test.
• Parse, analyze, and present data collected during testing efforts
• Produce part and assembly drawings for manufacturing and interfacing with manufacturers.
• Apply technical knowledge to analyze, investigate, and solve engineering problems.
• Collaborate with customer and supplier staff, and staff from other parts of Astroscale.
• Contribute to technical documentation, reports, and presentations. 

• Current student or recent graduate studying for a degree related to your internship. 
• Coursework, training, or experience related to your internship.
• Fantastic communication skills: oral and written.

If you’re passionate about our mission and believe you’d be an outstanding addition to our team, don’t worry about checking every single box—or having a background solely in aerospace or defense. At Astroscale U.S., we’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and open-minded environment. We embrace a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking. If you’re excited about contributing to our work and think you’d thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Pay rate: $29/hr 

The application deadline is February 1, 2026.

Please note Astroscale U.S. is a U.S. Government registered, export control compliant company, as such applicants must be a U.S. person or U.S. citizen.
Astroscale U.S. Inc. is an E-Verify employer.