Software Intern- Mission Control Center
The Exploration Company2 days ago
Munich, GermanyIntern
Responsibilities
- Support the setup, commissioning, infrastructure configuration, workstation configuration, and operational readiness of the Mission Control Center.
- Own the development, integration, and configuration of mission support tools for flight controllers and engineering teams.
- Contribute across the software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, deployment, and automated testing.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to understand and meet operational needs.
- Write maintainable, well-documented code and help improve development workflows.
- Support users of mission tooling and help streamline software delivery infrastructure.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in or have recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Have programming experience with Python.
- Have some frontend development exposure using TypeScript or JavaScript and modern frameworks such as React or Vue.js.
- Have experience with version control systems such as Git and be comfortable working in Linux.
- Understand object-oriented programming concepts and basic design principles.
- Demonstrate analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, independence, ownership, and willingness to ask questions.
- Preferred qualifications include experience with Claude Code or Cursor, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, networking, Linux system administration, or projects involving spacecraft operations, ground segments, safety-critical systems, or hardware-in-the-loop testing.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance is provided for candidates willing to relocate, including visa sponsorship where applicable.
- The role supports a real, flying spacecraft program and offers exposure to mission operations, integrated testing, and the Nyx vehicle.
- Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check, with requirements varying by country, role, and project.
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About The Exploration Company
The Exploration Company designs and builds Nyx, a reusable cargo spacecraft for in‑orbit transportation and Earth return, selling mission services to commercial and institutional customers. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Gauting, Bavaria, the privately held company focuses on logistics to and from low Earth orbit and beyond. It flew a reentry technology demonstrator on Ariane 6’s inaugural launch in 2024 as a step toward operational missions.