Propulsion Engineering Intern — Spacecraft & Launch Systems

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

401(k) Plan with company match

Relocation assistance

Education assistance programs

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Intern to assist with propulsion system analysis, research, and experiments for high‑priority missions. The internship runs full‑time on-site for a minimum of 10 weeks.

Qualified candidates are enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program in aerospace or mechanical engineering, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and must be eligible for a U.S. security clearance. MATLAB and/or Python experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full‑time in a college/university program pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. in aerospace or related discipline.
• Availability to work full‑time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and to return to degree program after internship.
• Bachelor’s degree completed by internship start date.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Proficiency with engineering tools and programming environments including MATLAB and/or Python.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Transcripts required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to launch vehicle and/or spacecraft program customers.
• Participate in the analysis and modeling of propulsion system performance, applications and technologies.
• Develop tools to assess propulsion systems in ground test and flight.
• Support propulsion laboratory research that may include experiments setup and execution.
• Present findings to team members, customers, and leadership.
• Duties may change or expand; mentorship will be provided.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in aerospace/mechanical engineering

Bachelor's degree completed by internship start

GPA 3.0

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Intern to assist with propulsion system analysis, research, and experiments for high‑priority missions. The internship runs full‑time on-site for a minimum of 10 weeks.

Qualified candidates are enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program in aerospace or mechanical engineering, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and must be eligible for a U.S. security clearance. MATLAB and/or Python experience is preferred.