2027 Electrical Engineering Undergraduate Intern

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.

The Aerospace Corporation’s Experiment Lab, xLab, develops prototypes, instruments, pathfinders, and demonstration systems to address our customers’ hardest problems at the speed of need.

We engage with our customers to conceptualize innovative solutions and deliver impactful products for ground and space and everything in between. We are looking for engineers with a passion for design, a commitment to teamwork and a desire to help xLab make a difference to today’s challenges.

The Electrical Design Implementation section within the Sensors and Systems department is hiring an undergraduate-level electrical engineering intern.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You’ll Be Doing • Participating in interdisciplinary teams supporting the build and test of prototype systems • Reviewing electrical engineering data for compliance with standards • Supporting senior engineering staff in documentation and nonconformance resolutions • Performing electrical engineering design activities under supervision • Creating reports and presentations in MS Word or PowerPoint • Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed • Training and mentorship will be provided What Corporate Skills You’ll Bring • 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 What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: • Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's degree with a focus on electrical 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 Bachelor's degree program full-time after completion of the internship.

• Sophomore class standing completed by internship start date • Knowledge of standard electrical engineering toolkits • Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) • This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government.

U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. • Transcripts How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: • GPA of 3.

5 or higher • Experience in an engineering work environment, including circuit design • Prior experience in a leadership role (either volunteer or paid) • Experience in the use of C, Python and/or Matlab • Experience in embedded systems • Active security clearance Temporary housing assistance is not available.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max) $26.00 - $30.00 Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership.

At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: • Operate Strategically • Lead Change • Engage with Impact • Foster Innovation • Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include: • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options • 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire • Flexible spending accounts • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions • Relocation assistance • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career • Education assistance programs • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference.

This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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336.5432 or by email at  peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review  Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .