Space Systems Analysis Intern

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Paid holidays and vacation

Telework options

401(k) Plan

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly motivated student for a 10-week internship in the Enterprise Effects Division. You will work with aerospace engineers to develop and mature analysis software for modeling and simulation of space mission design, orbital maneuvers, and space-domain awareness for RPO objectives.

Successful candidates are pursuing an MS or PhD in a STEM field, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and can obtain a TS/SCI clearance (US citizenship required).

Qualifications

• Pursuing an MS or PhD in aerospace engineering, physics, applied mathematics, or related STEM field.
• Enrollment in graduate STEM program with Fall 2027 start date.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance and transcripts are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and mature analysis software tools for modeling, simulation, and analysis in space mission design and related areas.
• Analyze system performance and compare architecture alternatives.
• Interact with local Aerospace staff and collaborate with teams at other locations.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Fortran

MATLAB

Education

MS or PhD in aerospace engineering or related STEM

Senior class standing by internship start date

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly motivated student for a 10-week internship in the Enterprise Effects Division. You will work with aerospace engineers to develop and mature analysis software for modeling and simulation of space mission design, orbital maneuvers, and space-domain awareness for RPO objectives.

Successful candidates are pursuing an MS or PhD in a STEM field, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and can obtain a TS/SCI clearance (US citizenship required).