IC 2027 Systems Integration and Test Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, vacation

Telework options

401(k) plan

Relocation assistance

Professional growth programs

Education assistance

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an intern-like candidate for an ETG/SED/SRS/SITO conversion path at our El Segundo, CA facility. You’ll join a team delivering MBSE-focused systems engineering, architecture studies, and integration across space segments.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rapid learning, and hands-on design work. Ideal applicants have a Master’s level technical background, up to one year of experience, and a strong GPA.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or related field (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).
• 0–1 year industry experience.
• Prior Aerospace internship.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 with transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support MBSE-driven systems engineering and integration work.
• Contribute to test planning, design, execution and data analysis.
• Assist with architecture studies and space systems interfaces.
• Support requirements traceability and model-based engineering artifacts.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering/Physics/CS

Pursuing or recently conferred within 12 months

GPA 3.0+ with transcripts

Tools

Cameo

STK

Simulink

MATLAB

SysML

Python

C++

Job description

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. Internship conversion position for the ETG/SED/SRS/SITO. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work in a team to lead systems engineering and integration knowledge in defining and developing a mission, organizational, physical, functional, signal, hardware/software, and operational interfaces.
• Help with high-level and detailed test planning, test architecture, test design, test execution, test and data evaluation, anomaly and deficiency, resolution, and residual risk assessment for operationally realistic and system performance testing.
• Work in a team to lead and support space constellation or architecture, space vehicle, ground, or user equipment design studies; types of studies can include both small, individual efforts as well as larger, multidisciplinary teams of subject matter experts.
• Provide direct integration support to programs in all phases of the acquisition life cycle through Launch and Initialization and Operations.
• Assisting with development, maintenance, and improvement of design tools and models used during constellation/architecture Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), spacecraft design, space ground segment, user equipment, and analysis activities.
• Also assist with the requirements for engineering models, simulations, test beds, and special test equipment for all organizations involved with system testing.
• Work in a team environment to apply systems engineering expertise on requirements analysis, concept/technology development, architecture analysis, risk assessments, and test & evaluation for space (or other) systems.
• Conduct systems, and systems of systems analysis and trade studies utilizing MBSE.
• Capture system requirements traceability within the system architecture model.
• Apply MBSE methodology to develop system architectural views using Systems Modeling Language (e.g., SysML).
• Collaborating with and learning from staff, program office personnel, as well as other members of Aerospace’s Engineering Technology Group, including the large cohort of Aerospace interns.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed Training and mentorship will be provided

What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Possess organizational, time management and project management skills
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations

What You Need to be Successful

• Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree from an accredited college/university program in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field. (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).
• 0–1-year industry experience.
• Prior internship with The Aerospace Corporation.
• Minimum GPA of3.0 with transcripts.
• Experience in Test and Evaluation (T&E), verification of space-to-ground or ground-to-user segment interface requirements including systems engineering, and/or operations of space systems, satellites, and/or ground systems infrastructure within the U.S. government agencies and/or aerospace industry.
• Direct experience with space systems (satellite development, ground station operations, mission operations, or space system integration).
• Understanding of space and/or ground system architecture and satellite operations including orbital mechanics, satellite subsystems (e.g., spacecraft bus, payload), ground system functions (command and control, telemetry and mission data processing, and space-to-ground (or ground-to-user) data links and protocols).
• Experience with systems (and/or system of systems) integration planning, execution, and test.
• In addition, familiarity with System Integration Plans (SIP), Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), and System Test and Integration Plans (STIP).
• Experience with the following: systems engineering tools (e.g., Cameo), test management software, simulation environments (STK, Simulink), or scripting languages (Python, MATLAB).
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a team environment with strong communication skills.
• This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government.
• U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

• It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Advanced degrees (Master’s, PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment, be organized, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and balance projects with conflicting time demands.
• Experience working in integrated (multi‑disciplinary/inter‑disciplinary) teams in a senior design (or thesis) project, capstone (design) project, previous internship, cooperative education, or industry expertise in systems engineering, system integration, and system testing.
• Proficiency in modeling and simulation tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler), MBSE, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), Digital Engineering, Mission Engineering, and programming languages, including one or more of the following: SysML, MATLAB, Python, Simulink, STK, C++, VBA, SolidWorks, or similar.
• Proficiency in modeling and simulation tools, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), other MBSE software tools, simulation and analysis tools (i.e., digital twins, digital engineering, or other virtual representations of objects or systems that span their lifecycle), Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), and programming languages, including one or more of the following: SysML, Cameo, MATLAB, Python, Simulink, STK, C++, VBA, SolidWorks, or similar.
• Strong, demonstrated personal initiative.

Benefits

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) $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 Pay Basis: Annual

• 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

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

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.

Right Path

The Aerospace Corporation has over 26 locations nationwide, which allows us to build a workforce that will nurture the best ideas, and generate the most novel innovations and solutions to our nation’s toughest space enterprise challenges. Right Path Aerospace covers all stages of the space lifecycle, from concept to operations.

Right Purpose

We can all serve a mission much greater than ourselves, and at Aerospace that is exactly what we do. By hiring the industry’s most preeminent scientists and engineers, Aerospace advances emerging technologies that protect some of the most critical missions on Earth and above it.

Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for those positions.