Rendezvous & Proximity Operations (RPO) Intern

Company Description

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 Rendezvous & Proximity Operations (RPO) Intern for Summer 2026.

Job Description

• Support the development and testing of Astroscale’s RPO technologies in one of three focus areas:
  • Flight Dynamics: Planning the trajectory and operation of Astroscale’s service vehicles.
  • Modeling & Simulation: Physics-based computer models used in our simulation environments.
  • Guidance, Navigation, and Control: The algorithms used by the service vehicles to carry out the mission.
• Coordinate work with engineering colleagues in daily collaboration.
• Present work and its impacts to stakeholders.
• Build a strong familiarity with on-orbit servicing and its role in keeping space safe and accessible for the benefit of future generations.

Qualifications

• 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.

Additional Information

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.