About the role#
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring an Embedded Software Engineering Undergraduate Intern for the Cyberspace & Mission Technology Department. You will support the Embedded & Specialized Computing section, working on research and development for space systems. This is a full-time position based on-site in El Segundo, California.
What you'll do#
- Develop embedded software to evaluate novel processors and on-board processing systems.
- Prototype and test software on platforms including Linux-based SoCs, embedded GPUs, FPGAs, microcontrollers, and application-specific accelerators.
- Design and optimize algorithms for low SWaP implementations in image processing, signal processing, and AI/ML domains.
- Collaborate with scientists to assess radiation susceptibility of processors and develop mitigations.
- Present technical findings and project status to your team and customers.
- Engage in mentorship, training, and new work opportunities to support your professional growth.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program for electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, 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.
- Proficiency in at least one area: embedded systems design, software development for resource-constrained environments, edge AI/ML implementation, or FPGA design.
- Proficiency in at least two of the following: C, C++, Python, or FPGA design languages like SystemVerilog, VHDL, or HLS frameworks.
- Experience with hardware platforms and tool suites from vendors such as AMD/Xilinx, Altera, Microchip, or ST Microelectronics.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Submission of transcripts.
Location & details#
- Location: El Segundo, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour.
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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