About the role#
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring Power and Analog Circuit Engineering Grad Interns for the Mission Payloads Division in El Segundo, California. This full-time, on-site internship offers the opportunity to work alongside technical experts on electronics and remote sensing systems. You will receive training and mentorship while contributing to research and development programs.
What you'll do#
- Use standard lab equipment to perform electrical engineering evaluations at the breadboard level.
- Perform circuit simulations using SABER and SPICE computer codes.
- Coordinate and communicate project progress and technical issues with management and peers.
- Develop written reports and presentations to share findings with the team.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and academic partners on ongoing research.
- Apply standard engineering techniques to complete assigned scientific tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment in a Master's program for Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Ability to work full-time for at least 10 weeks outside of your university term.
- Plan to return to your degree program full-time following the internship.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (a 3.5 GPA or higher is preferred).
- Demonstrated knowledge or coursework in circuit simulation and lab characterization techniques.
- Ability to travel 25% of the time.
- U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
- An active security clearance is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: El Segundo, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $32.00 - $35.00 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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