#Discover II 2026-2027 / Satellite Functional Validation Infrastructure Engineer Internship
Core
Intern supporting the setup and maintenance of the validation ecosystem to prove satellites are flight-ready, working with real hardware and simulators.
Role type
Satellite Functional Validation Infrastructure Intern
Builds
Digital backbone for satellite validation, including hybrid test benches, check-out equipment, and virtualized environments.
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems / Ground Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Linux/Unix environments, TCP/IP networking (VLANs, Subnetting), Python or Bash scripting, MIL-STD-1553, CAN bus, SpaceWire protocols, Virtualization
Preferred skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills, Team spirit, Ability to work in complex and international environments
Technologies
NSVF, Special Check-Out Equipment (SCOE), Central Checkout Systems (CCS), MIL-STD-1553, CAN bus, SpaceWire, Linux/Unix, Python, Bash
Responsibilities
Integrate numerical software validation facilities with real-time simulators and physical avionics, Support installation and health-checking of check-out equipment, Monitor and troubleshoot data traffic across aerospace protocols, Assist in configuration of secure network links for system validation tests, Deploy and test virtualized environments for spacecraft digital twins
Seniority
Student / Intern