Internship - Control & Acquisition

INTERNSHIP - CONTROL & ACQUISITION

Toulouse (FR)

April 2026 (flexible)

6 months (flexible)

Working with us

Join an international crew tackling unusual challenges to be the first in the world to bring autophage propulsion to life. Humility and respect of each other’s work are our two keywords to achieve our goals. For any member of the team, autonomy and ownership is more than encouraged, it is expected. Consistently with this approach, we are seeking collaborators who are open to continue with a permanent position. If you’re a doer who thrives on challenges, you’ll fit right in.

Your missions

You will take a key position as Control & Acquisition Engineer, with the responsibility of designing the test bench Control & Acquisition systems for our BATTLESHIP autophage rocket engine development model. This configuration acts as a stepping stone on Alpha Impulsion’s roadmap, enabling multiple geometries to be tested and optimised for the AMBER experimental rocket and the OPAL in-space propulsion systems. You will join a fast evolving project and you will engage in all development activities from preliminary design to testing your physical system architecture, working closely with the Lead Propulsion Engineer and the Chief Scientific Officer. Your missions will include:

Contribute to the design and integration of the insertion electrical power system, the data acquisition system, as well as the real-time control and acquisition software using C.
Refine and implement the engine test logic, chronology and instrumentation plan with the Chief Scientific Officer.
Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure interface compliance between the engine and the test bench, while maintaining representativeness and modularity of the tested engine.
Manage and follow the procurement process of the necessary hardware and assist in defining test plans.
Gain hands-on exposure to rocket engine system integration on the bench, including fluidics, structures, avionics and thermal.

Your profile

Enrolled in the last year of master’s degree or engineering school, you demonstrate a high academic level and knowledge of the domain of control, command & acquisition and you wish to apply your skills in hands-on real world problems.
Creative, curious and independent, you take pride in seeing the fruits of your labour.
You have practical experience with real time software development or acquisition system integration.
Proficiency in the C language is expected.
You possess a professional level of English. Knowledge of the local language (French) will be recognised.