2027 Digital Signals & RF Engineering Grad Intern

The Aerospace Corporation•El Segundo, CA

2d•$32 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Digital Signals & RF Engineering Graduate Intern for the DCID in the Mission Payloads Division (MPD). The position is full-time and 100% onsite at the company’s El Segundo, California office. DCID uses software-defined radios and FPGA technology to develop advanced communication and navigation system prototypes, including GNSS, PNT, and GPS systems. The group supports acquisition of next-generation systems, industry implementation of emerging technology, and solutions to challenging customer problems. Its work includes the Aerospace CubeSat SlingShot Platform, the Payload Characterization and Environments (PACE) Lab, and the Blind Signal Classification Challenge. The intern will learn to develop and implement signal-processing algorithms for GPS/GNSS and software-defined-radio receivers, communication transceivers, and digital signal processing on FPGA hardware or in software. The role supports signal-processing performance analysis, real-time system prototyping, research on signal processing and GNSS technology, and communication of work through briefings and technical reports. Applicants must be currently enrolled full-time in a master's or PhD program in electrical, computer, or related engineering, and be available to work full-time for at least 10 weeks outside the university term before returning to full-time study. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required. Transcripts are required. Temporary housing assistance is not available. Compensation is hourly, with a stated range of $32.00 to $35.00.

Requirements

Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university program pursuing a master's or PhD degree in electrical, computer, or a related engineering discipline.
Available to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside the university term and return to a degree program full-time after the internship.
Experience coding or programming using MATLAB, C/C++, Python, or VHDL.
Academic or project-related experience with digital signal processing and digital communications concepts.
Understanding of digital circuit design principles.
Familiarity working in a DevOps environment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
Transcripts are required.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Organizational, time-management, and project-management skills.
Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs.
Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with internal and external organizations.

Nice To Haves

Active security clearance.

Responsibilities

Learn to develop and implement signal-processing algorithms for GPS/GNSS and software-defined-radio receivers, communication transceivers, and digital signal processing on FPGA hardware or in software.
Support analysis of signal-processing performance using Python or similar simulation environments.
Participate in prototyping cutting-edge real-time systems for emulation and proof of concept.
Assist with research on signal processing, GNSS technology and future development, and alternative PNT concepts.
Document work products in briefings and/or technical reports for customers and colleagues.

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 of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service, plus 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.