Propulsion Engineering Intern - Spacecraft Systems

The Aerospace Corporation

El Segundo (CA)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care
Paid holidays
401(k) Plan
Relocation assistance
Education assistance programs
Telework options

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Intern to help analyze and test propulsion systems for high-priority missions. You’ll work on liquid and solid propulsion technologies and communicate results with the team on-site in El Segundo, CA for a 10-week internship.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Master’s or PhD in aerospace or mechanical engineering, with GPA 3.0 or higher, and strong MATLAB/Python skills. U.S.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
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Responsibilities

  • Provide support to launch vehicle and spacecraft program customers
  • Participate in analysis and modeling of propulsion system performance
  • Develop tools to assess propulsion systems in ground tests and flight
  • Support propulsion lab research including set-up and execution of experiments
  • Present findings to team, customers, and leadership
  • Duties may change; training and mentorship will be provided

Skills

Strong communication
Team collaboration
Organizational skills
Time management
Project management
Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s or PhD in aerospace/mechanical engineering
Bachelor’s degree completed by internship start
Minimum GPA 3.0
Transcripts required

Tools

MATLAB
Python

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Intern to help analyze and test propulsion systems for high-priority missions. You’ll work on liquid and solid propulsion technologies and communicate results with the team on-site in El Segundo, CA for a 10-week internship.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Master’s or PhD in aerospace or mechanical engineering, with GPA 3.0 or higher, and strong MATLAB/Python skills. U.S.

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