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Industrial Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Muon Space· Production - AIT
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San Jose, CA$40/hr - $50/hrsummer internshipPosted 3w ago

About the role

Summer internship in San Jose, CA for an Industrial Engineering Intern to support process improvement, data analysis, and capacity planning for spacecraft assembly and test within Muon Space's Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT) team.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze spacecraft assembly, integration, and test processes to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and scalability.
  • Develop and maintain process maps, standard work, work instructions, and other manufacturing documentation.
  • Collect and analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, constraints, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Support development of production capacity and resource planning models for spacecraft assembly and test operations.
  • Assist with production scheduling, workflow optimization, and resource allocation across AIT operations.
  • Conduct time studies and process observations to establish baseline cycle times, labor requirements, and process performance.
  • Support development and implementation of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities to improve material flow, kitting, tooling, workstation layout, and overall factory/lab utilization.
  • Develop dashboards, reports, and other data-driven tools to provide visibility into production performance and operational metrics.
  • Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions for production constraints, process inefficiencies, and recurring issues.
  • Partner with technicians and engineers to identify practical improvements to spacecraft assembly and test processes.
  • Support implementation and validation of process improvements on the production floor.
  • Assist with developing scalable processes and systems to support increasing spacecraft production volume.
  • Document process improvements and communicate findings and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Operations Research, or a related technical field.
  • Strong understanding of engineering, manufacturing, and/or operations fundamentals.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to identify process improvements.
  • Experience with Excel or similar tools for data analysis, modeling, and visualization.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
  • Ability to work hands-on in a production, laboratory, or engineering environment.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to approach complex operational challenges from a first-principles perspective.

Skills

Required:Industrial engineering fundamentalsData analysis and visualizationExcel or data toolingCommunication & teamworkHands-on production environment
Nice to have:Lean / continuous improvementTime studies / capacity analysis

Benefits

  • equity compensation (for full-time employees)
  • medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • short & long term disability and life insurance
  • three weeks paid vacation plus 12 paid holidays
  • unlimited sick time
  • paid parental leave
  • voluntary accommodation support during application process
Last updated Oct 3, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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