Ground Systems / Testing Infrastructure Intern

About the role

ispace's Ground Systems team forms the backbone of ispace's Test and Flight Operations, supporting the design, development, and maintenance of the infrastructure required for mission testing and operations. This includes the Mission Control Center, Mission Control Software, operational tools, and the end-to-end test environments that enable mission readiness. As a Ground Systems / Test Infrastructure Intern, you will assist in the development and maintenance of the Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Processor-in-the-Loop (PIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) platforms, including test orchestration and supporting infrastructure, used to simulate and validate spacecraft behavior. Your contributions will support ongoing efforts to ensure that test environments accurately represent real mission conditions. You will contribute to the implementation of a "Test-As-You-Fly" philosophy, helping to ensure that ground infrastructure and spacecraft testbeds provide realistic and representative environments for verification and operations. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in mission operations, ground systems engineering, and test infrastructure within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. - Location: ispace HQ, Nihonbashi Honcho On-site required at least 3 days per week + flexible WFH arrangement up to 2 days/week, can't be done full remote - Experience Level: College student (3rd year or higher) or recent graduate (1-2 years after graduation) - Duration: Start from August 2026 with 6 months (required) - 1 year (preferred) options

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