About the role#
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Digital Signals & RF Engineering Grad Intern for the Mission Payloads Division. This role focuses on developing advanced communication and navigation system prototypes, including GNSS, PNT, and GPS technologies. You will work within a team that supports projects like the Aerospace CubeSat SlingShot Platform and the Payload Characterization and Environments Lab.
What you'll do#
- Develop and implement signal processing algorithms for software-defined radio receivers and communication transceivers.
- Perform digital signal processing tasks using software or FPGA hardware.
- Support performance analysis of signal processing systems using Python or similar simulation tools.
- Participate in prototyping real-time systems for emulation and proof of concept.
- Assist in research regarding signal processing, GNSS technology, and Alternative PNT concepts.
- Document your work through technical reports and briefings for colleagues and customers.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled full-time in a master's or PhD program for Electrical, Computer, or a related engineering discipline.
- 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 programming with MATLAB, C/C++, Python, or VHDL.
- Academic or project-based experience with Digital Communications and digital signal processing.
- Understanding of digital circuit design principles and familiarity with DevOps environments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work well in a team.
- Organizational and time management skills, with the flexibility to adapt to changing needs.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Submission of transcripts is required.
Location & details#
- Location: El Segundo, California.
- Modality: 100% on-site.
- Employment: Full-time, rolling term.
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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