Careers

Careers

Want to help deliver the future of space science?

As the only academic research institute in the world to explore every planet in our solar system, our societal impact is measured at truly cosmic scales. At LASP, we are on a mission to transform human understanding of the universe. Each day, our nearly 600 team members pioneer innovative technologies and unique approaches to space science while mentoring the next generation of explorers. We are serious about what we do and are committed to creating a supportive culture where you’re surrounded by people who challenge, boost, and inspire you to reach for the stars.

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Jobs

Professional & Postdoctoral Opportunities

Science

Posted: June 16, 2026
Attention: PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THIS POSITION ON THE CU BOULDER JOB SITE. The University of Colorado has engaged Opus Partners to support the recruitment of the Senior Director...

Technical

Posted: September 30, 2026
We are looking for a Testbed and Simulation Engineer to join the spacecraft test team for a deep space mission that will tour the inner solar system and explore the...
Posted: September 21, 2026
The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) is looking for a Spacecraft Electrical Power Subsystem (EPS) Lead Engineer, also commonly known as a Spacecraft Power Systems Engineer, to join...
Posted: August 27, 2026
Design the electronics that turn ambitious science into working spacecraft.At the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP), our engineers build flight and ground electronics for scientific instruments and spacecraft...

Business Facilitation

Posted: June 17, 2026
Attention: This is a listing for visibility, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THIS POSITION ON THE CU BOULDER JOB SITE. The University of Colorado has engaged Opus Partners to support...

Graduate Student Opportunities

Science

No positions currently available.

Technical

No positions currently available.

Business Facilitation

No positions currently available

Undergraduate Student Opportunities

Science

No positions currently available.

Technical

AI/FPGA Research Assistant

Posted: September 23, 2026
The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) is hiring an undergraduate student to support an internally funded research project deploying AI/ML models on AMD Versal Edge AI hardware for...

Electrical Engineering Student Assistant

Posted: September 23, 2026
The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) is a University of Colorado space research lab at the Boulder campus. As an Institute of CU-Boulder, LASP is at the international...

Business Facilitation

Social Media Communications Intern

Posted: September 22, 2026
Social Media Communications Intern Job Summary The Communications & Social Media Intern position at the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) communications team plays an important role in developing...

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of Colorado Boulder is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including veterans, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, or disability.