Space Applications Services NV/SA is an independent Belgian company founded in 1987. Aerospace Applications North America is our Partner company in Houston, USA.
Our aim is to research and develop innovative systems, solutions and products and provide services to the aerospace and security markets and related industries. Our activities cover manned and unmanned spacecraft, launch/re-entry vehicles, control centres, robotics and a wide range of information systems.
The Company develops payloads, avionics, robotics technology and products, and provides complete mission operations control centre solutions to EN9100 standards.
We also provide engineering, science and training services, including astronaut training.
From our headquarters, we are in daily contact with the International Space Station (ISS) ensuring our Customers’ research is successful.
Internship Position
We are looking for two interns to deal with the design and development of our innovative space robotics applications (in-orbit and planetary), in challenging ESA and European Commission funded projects.
These projects cover currently the following topics:
Active space mechanisms and their integration in robotics systems
Space actuators and robotics manipulators for on-orbit servicing
The Internship is available at the Robotics Mechanisms & Structure (RMS) Team (Systems Department). The candidate will mainly report to the RMS Team Lead.
Location: Sint-Stevens-Woluwe (Brussels Area)
Duration: 6 months
Start date: Q1 2026
Tasks and Responsibilities
Familiarise with:
The objectives, use-cases, scope and requirements
Existing mechanisms and developments
Conduct in-depth mechatronic analysis, focusing on the system architecture and kinematics
Design systems and sub-systems
Prototype and test concepts
Collaborate with cross-functional Teams, including robotics hardware and software engineers
Share and document progress, challenges, and solutions to the Team.
Skills and Experience
Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree in Mechanical or Robotics Engineering or a similar University program
Specialization in mechatronics system design or mechanisms design is an asset
Good knowledge of system synthesis and system modelling
Proficient with CAD software (preferably Solidworks)
Good knowledge of machine components, sizing, tolerances, manufacturing process, materials and treatments
Good understanding of mechanical simulation and analyses
Strength to self-disciplined and work ethic
Creative, autonomous and rigorous mindset
Good written and spoken English.
Our Offer
An experience within a growing company with highly motivated Engineers, Scientists and Administrative Staff coming from all different horizons and countries
A professional and multicultural working atmosphere
A client exposure and networking opportunities
A full-time Internship with a monthly lump sum allowance, under certain conditions.