About the role#
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Defensive Cyber Operations Undergrad Intern for the Cyberspace Combat Department. You will join a team of cybersecurity engineers focused on defending assets in space. This role supports customers including the Space Force, the National Reconnaissance Office, and NASA by protecting ground networks and satellite systems from sophisticated threats.
What you'll do#
- Research and develop on-board defensive capabilities to protect space vehicles.
- Build prototype tools and techniques to improve the cybersecurity posture of mission systems.
- Conduct vulnerability research and reverse engineering on space-related software.
- Communicate project status and technical findings to customers through updates and demonstrations.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program for Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Availability to work full-time for at least 10 weeks outside of your university term.
- Ability to return to your degree program full-time after the internship.
- Experience building small to mid-size projects using Python, C, or Rust.
- Proficiency with containerization tools such as Docker or Kubernetes.
- An interest in reverse engineering and vulnerability research.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Submission of academic transcripts.
Location & details#
- This internship is located in El Segundo, California.
- The position is 100% on-site.
- The term is for Summer 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation operates as a nonprofit organization focused on space research and technology. Founded in 1960, the company provides technical expertise for national space programs and national security systems. It maintains a workforce of over 5,000 employees across offices in Virginia and California. The firm specializes in areas including launch vehicles, artificial intelligence, and space policy.
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