About the role#
As a graduate intern within the Cross-Mission Effectiveness Department, you will support the modeling, simulation, and analysis of space, air, and ground-based systems. You will join a team focused on investigating architecture and concepts of operations in both nominal and contested environments. This role involves working alongside project mentors and staff on multi-disciplinary projects related to agent-based modeling, enterprise architecture resiliency, and command and control evaluation.
What you'll do#
- Learn, use, and contribute to the development of engineering analysis software tools.
- Assist with conducting technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments as part of a team.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations and reports to communicate analysis results.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a full-time Master's or PhD program in engineering, computer science, physics, operations research, or a related field.
- A Bachelor's degree completed by the start of the internship.
- Availability to work full-time on-site for at least 10 weeks, with the ability to return to your degree program afterward.
- Proficiency in a programming language such as Python, C++, or MATLAB.
- A history of personal accountability, a desire to learn, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Locations: El Segundo, CA; Chantilly, VA; or Colorado Springs, CO.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
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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