Power Systems Engineering Undergraduate Intern

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators.

Join us and take your place in space. At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country’s space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration.

With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! The Aerospace Corporation is hiring an undergraduate level Power Systems Engineering Intern for the Analog and Power Systems Department within the Electronics Engineering Subdivision.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

Provide Power Systems Engineering technical support. Apply academic technical skills to create satellite energy balance and / or launch vehicle energy depletion analysis models, while working under the guidance and support of industry experts. Work with experienced Power Systems Engineering staff to increase knowledge and understanding of major satellite subsystem elements that operate on the spacecraft and / or launch vehicle power bus.

Utilize and/or develop system level modeling tools and resources that facilitate hardware performance characterization. Learn how satellites operate through launch and initialization. Gain an understanding of how other spacecraft subsystems and related focus areas like Thermal Control, Attitude Control, Flight Mechanics, and Communications work concurrently to generate data products for vehicle level assessments. Gain exposure to power electronics modeling, simulation, and testing in a laboratory environment.

Write clear and concise reports that document your work. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed. Training and mentorship will be provided.

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Possess organizational, time management and project management skills
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
• Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations

Minimum Requirements:

• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
• Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship.
• Sophomore class standing completed by internship start date.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Completed coursework and/or fundamental knowledge of power systems.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S…