Propulsion Engineering Intern - Spacecraft Systems

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

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.