2027 Digital Communication Undergraduate Intern

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Digital Communication Undergraduate Intern for the Digital Communications Implementation Department (DCID) within the Mission Payloads Division (MPD). The role develops advanced communications and navigation system prototypes using software-defined radios and FPGA technology. Work may involve signal processing for GPS/GNSS receivers, communication transceivers, and other digital signal processing applications, primarily on FPGA hardware. The intern will analyze signal-processing performance, prototype real-time systems for emulation and proof of concept, and conduct research related to signal processing, GPS technology, and reconfigurable communications systems. Tasks may vary and include work on multiple projects. Training and mentorship will be provided.

This is a full-time internship requiring at least 10 weeks of work outside the university term, followed by a return to full-time enrollment in a degree program. The position is 100% onsite at the company’s El Segundo, California office. The role requires the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required. Transcripts are required. Temporary housing assistance is not available. The hourly pay range is $26.00–$30.00.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled full-time in a bachelor's degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline at an accredited college or university.
• Available to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside the university term and able to return to a degree program full-time after the internship.
• Coursework or general knowledge of signal processing relevant to communication transceivers and/or hardware or software.
• Ability to code and program using C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.
• Proficiency working in Windows and/or Linux operating-system environments.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain clearance.
• Transcripts are required.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience with hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
• Experience in a laboratory environment with test equipment.
• Coursework in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and/or Communication Theory.
• Ability to take direction, work independently, and seek help when appropriate.
• Ability to document, present, and communicate technical work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced signal-processing algorithms for GPS/GNSS receivers, communication transceivers, and/or digital signal processing, primarily on FPGA hardware.
• Analyze signal-processing performance using MATLAB, Python, or similar simulation environments.
• Prototype real-time systems for emulation and proof of concept.
• Conduct research related to advanced signal processing, GPS technology, and/or reconfigurable communication systems.
• Work on varying task assignments, which may include simultaneous projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
• 401(k) plan with company-paid contributions based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional growth and development programs.
• Education assistance programs.
• Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern