2027 Space Domain Awareness Undergraduate Intern

The Aerospace Corporation; Colorado Springs (CO); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Telework options

Relocation assistance

Education assistance programs

Competitive benefits package

Healthcare plans

Descripción de la vacante

The Aerospace Corporation invites an undergraduate intern for a full-time position located 100% onsite in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA. The intern will support space domain awareness analyses within the SCAD group, engaging in algorithm development, modeling, and interdisciplinary research.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a STEM degree, have a 3.0+ GPA, and are eligible for a U.S. security clearance.

Formación

• Currently enrolled full-time pursuing a bachelor's degree in physics, applied math, or aerospace engineering
• Willing to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of term and return to degree program
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance
• GPA 3.0 or higher
• Experience programming in MATLAB, C, C++, Java, or Python
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Responsabilidades

• Algorithm assessment and development
• Modeling, simulation, and analysis
• Interdisciplinary team collaboration on research programs
• Apply standard techniques to prescribed scientific tasks
• Modeling and simulation of laser propagation, lidar, nuclear, and directed energy
• Training and mentorship will be provided

Conocimientos

Matlab

C

C++

Java

Python

Microsoft Office

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Herramientas

None

Descripción del empleo

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring an undergraduate-level Intern for an opportunity located in either Colorado Springs, Colorado or El Segundo, California.

The Space Control and Awareness Department (SCAD) is seeking a new intern team member to support space domain awareness analyses. SCAD performs concept development, systems engineering, architecture analysis, algorithm development and evaluation support for national security space customers emphasizing space domain awareness (SDA), Radar, Electro-Optical (EO) and Infrared (IR) sensors, orbit determination, positioning navigation and timing (PNT), and space protection and security.

Work Model: This position will be located 100% onsite in either Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA.

Key Job Functions

• Algorithm assessment and development
• Experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis and/or algorithm development
• Participates with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs.
• Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks.
• Modeling and simulation of laser propagation, lidar, nuclear, and/or directed energy
• Training and mentorship will be provided.

Minimum Requirements

What you need to be successful

• Currently enrolled fulltime in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelors degree in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Aerospace Engineering
• Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a Bachelor's degree program full-time after completion of the internship.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Works well in a team environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs
• Experience programming in MatLab, C, C++, Java, or Python
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

How You Can Stand Out

• Experience in researching, developing and applying advanced and innovative techniques for algorithm development
• GPA 3.5 or higher
• Active security clearance
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations, leading small groups, etc.
• Experience in working in an autonomous work environment on complex projects
• Software development experience

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$26.00 - $30.00

Pay Basis: Hourly

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [e-mail] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.