Intern, System Integration & Test - Iridium Satellite, LLC

Company Overview:

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

 

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities:

The Iridium Internship Program is an opportunity for students to be a part of the Iridium teams shaping the future of satellite communications. As an Intern, you’ll begin making an impact on real projects from day one! Come prepared to grow, develop, and learn alongside a team and the leaders of our company. The Iridium Internship program is a 12-week program that runs from May 27, 2025 to August 15, 2025. During the program, interns will have the opportunity to provide valuable support to an Iridium department on a project or important work assignment. Interns will also be provided an opportunity to engage with senior leadership and fellow interns via regular engagement activities. Interns will participate in an end of internship presentation, where we ask them to reflect on their summer internships and present a summary of what they have learned and accomplished.

 

What We’re Looking For:

 

The System Integration and Test team is seeking a bright Engineering Intern to support their efforts in integrating equipment from vendors into the lab and testing it with on-orbit assets.  As a member of this this team you will contribute to the development and maintenance of hardware and software in the test lab. You will contribute to the research, development, testing, and sustainment of engineering activities of the Iridium services and satellite operations. You’ll thrive in this role if you have a desire to learn, and have a vested interest in the long-term success of your work. Education in engineering practices and software/hardware testing, as well as a desire to build technical skills, is also necessary to your success in this position.

 

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in troubleshooting and repair of RF/Electronic hardware.
• Use laboratory test equipment (network analyzers, state machine driven traffic simulators, protocol analyzers, etc.)
• Support the development of tools to automate the recording of test configurations of the lab components.
• Assist in documenting, recreating, and isolating reported software and/or hardware defects found during test and in support of constellation operations.
• Collaborate with your team to identify test, programmatic, and services implementation risks and support the mitigation of risks and issues identified.
• Software management tools (JIRA, GIT, and/or Bamboo)
• Experience developing software in Java, and Python or other computer languages.
• Systems troubleshooting approaches and methodologies and systems integration.

Skills You’ll Obtain:

• Real-world experience in chosen field of interest and related topics through multiple hands-on projects.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Work collaboratively with team members (software, hardware, and system development engineers) across various functional disciplines
• Collaborate with your team to identify test, programmatic, and services implementation risks and support the mitigation of risks and issues identified.
• Follow best practices while identifying improvements that add value and reduce cycle time and cost.
• Knowledge of the Linux and/or Unix operating systems

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Experience & Education Requirements / EEO:

Things You Must Bring to the Table:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution (Engineering, Computer Science or related degree)
• US Citizenship Required
• Must be eligible to work in person

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.