Millennium Space Systems Summer Internship Program – Astrodynamics Intern

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact on global security, such as missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold, and innovative. We take risks, innovate, and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change by challenging the status quo, and when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

In this role the intern will work alongside the astrodynamics team to support mission analysis tasks for several programs. Responsibilities include expanding the test coverage of in‑house astrodynamics software in Matlab and Python, improving and optimizing modeling and simulation tools, and assisting in the development of new tools and demonstrations. The intern will gain experience in orbital mechanics, orbit determination, maneuver planning, rendezvous, constellation design, coverage analysis, and cislunar modeling.

• Write unit test functions for in‑house astrodynamics software.
• Develop illustrative examples and tutorials for core astrodynamics tools.
• Build automated test suites for select programs.
• Develop one or more new astrodynamics tools.
• Present work to the engineering team at the end of summer.

• Ability to work full‑time for 10‑12 weeks during Summer 2026.
• Pursuing an Aerospace Engineering or equivalent major.
• Proficient with MATLAB and Python.
• Experience using GMAT.
• Enrolled student attending college or university with an expected graduation date on or after August 2026.

• Strong academic performance (preferred GPA of 3.0 or above).
• Exceptional organizational and collaboration skills demonstrated through leadership positions on teams and/or in student or civic organizations.
• Strong technical experience demonstrated through technical projects, research, or engineering internships.
• Exceptional communication skills and interest and enthusiasm related to engineering, aerospace, and a career with Boeing.
• Junior or Senior class standing.

The position requires compliance with U.S. export control regulations. Applicants must be a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees. Additionally, candidates must be eligible for a U.S. security clearance; therefore, U.S. citizenship is required.

Summary pay range: $21.15 /hr – $30.77 /hr.

The company offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes competitive base pay, variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time off. Specific benefit options vary by location, hiring date, and collective bargaining agreements.

Millennium Space Systems is a drug‑free workplace. Post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to drug testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met.

Positions are for 1st shift.

Some positions are safety‑sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Applications for this internship will be accepted until Apr. 01, 2026.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.