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Entry Level Data Engineer Internship Jobs in Santa Maria, CA

Firefly Aerospace

Fluids Launch Engineer I

Lompoc, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

This is an entry level position that will assist the senior fluids engineers in the operation ... test data. * Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure fast-paced environment

Lyles Construction Group

Field Engineer

Santa Maria, CA · On-site

$78K - $89K/yr

Analyze and compile estimate data that impact labor costs, materials, equipment requirements ... One (1) year of experience and past internships in the construction industry is preferred. * Strong ...

Firefly Aerospace

Fluids Launch Engineer I

Lompoc, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

This is an entry level position that will assist the senior fluids engineers in the operation ... test data. * Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure fast-paced environment

Acara Solutions

Fluids Launch Engineer I

Lompoc, CA

$93K - $107K/yr

This is an entry level position that will assist the senior fluids engineers in the operation ... Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You ...

SPECTRUM

Entry Level Sales

San Luis Obispo, CA

$30K/yr

Achieve monthly sales targets across high-speed data, mobile, landline phone and video services ... Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level data engineer internship in Santa Maria, CA is $19.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $21.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Data Engineer Internship vs Data Analyst Intern?

AspectEntry Level Data Engineer InternshipData Analyst Intern
Required CredentialsBasic programming, SQL, understanding of data pipelinesStatistical knowledge, Excel, SQL
Work EnvironmentTech companies, data teams, collaborative projectsBusiness units, reporting, data visualization
Employer & Industry UsageTech, finance, healthcare, startupsMarketing, finance, consulting, retail

Both roles often require SQL and basic programming skills, but Data Engineer Internships focus on building data pipelines and infrastructure, while Data Analyst Internships emphasize data analysis and visualization. The internship choice depends on whether you prefer working on data engineering tasks or data analysis projects within similar industry environments.

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Internship - Launch Site - Fall 2026

Firefly Aerospace

Lompoc, CA • On-site

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Firefly Aerospace rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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66th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in North Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.
SUMMARY
Firefly has year-round engineering-focused internship opportunities for our launch location in Vandenberg, CA. Both current undergrads and new graduates are encouraged to apply. As a Firefly Intern, you will support the Launch Team to perform pad upgrades, launch support, data automation, and other tasks required to keep an active launch site up and running! Specific tasks will be assigned based on the applicant's degree or skill set.
Ideal candidates will know specific areas such as Mechanical Design, Electrical Engineering, Fluid Systems, Testing, Propulsion systems, or Software Development. You will have the opportunity to gain design experience by developing novel solutions for challenging problems. Launch Team positions require high levels of creativity, flexibility, and collaboration. The ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural group is an absolute must.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Solve launch site problems - electrical, mechanical, fluids, or operational in order to meet launch vehicle and launch site needs
  • Perform necessary engineering behind technical solutions, including design reviews, build instructions, fabrication, testing, and documentation updates
  • Create, review, and release procedures as required with design work to support your engineering on the launch pad. Perform appropriate on-pad operations
  • Interface with fellow coworkers and with the range to ensure all appropriate documentation, requirements, and engineering are done to meet the rigorous standards of a launch site on a Space Force Base
  • Use engineering principles and fundamentals to provide novel solutions for technically challenging problems in the Internship focus area (Structural Design, Test, and Electrical Engineering, Fluid Systems, Test and Launch Operations, etc.)
  • Assist with Static fire and launch activities as directed by the launch director

QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
  • Must be currently enrolled in either a BS or MS program (or a recent graduate) at an accredited four-year university or college.
  • Degree must be focused on engineering, mathematics, or science
  • Willing to work in a hands-on, constantly evolving environment
  • Detail-oriented, managing multiple priorities while maintaining focus towards a common goal
  • Strong comprehension of design fundamentals, Aerospace experience a plus
  • Communicates effectively, verbal and written
  • Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
  • Willingness to be on the pad, outside, and work overtime as required during launch campaigns

Desired:
Candidates should preferably have a focus in one of the following areas
  • 3D CAD and Structural Design
  • Knowledge in specific areas such as fluid systems, testing, and data acquisition
  • Electrical or Computer Engineering background
  • Data analysis skills and basic familiarity with coding or scripting

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

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