IC 2026 Aerospace Software Test Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation • El Segundo, CA

76d • $100,000 - $110,000

About The Position

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. Internship conversion position for the Vehicle Systems Software Department. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university program in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or other discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).
• Prior internship at The Aerospace Corporation.
• 0-1 year of industry work experience.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Some background and/or experience programming in one or more of the following languages: Java, C, C++, and Python.
• Relevant project experience or coursework in dynamics, control systems, control algorithm design, or modeling & simulation.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Active security clearance.
• Familiarity with launch vehicle and satellite payloads, their relationships to other subsystems, and to mission-level performance is desirable.
• Familiarity with software development processes and tools including compilers, IDEs, software engineering and coding standards.
• Experience with Linux/Unix systems, network architecture, and cyber security.
• Experience with machine learning and AI development.
• Understanding in developing and/or testing real-time embedded software.
• Knowledge working with Atlassian tool suite, including JIRA, Bitbucket, and Confluence is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop models of space system components such as sensors, actuators, and vehicle dynamics for use in software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, and emulator-based simulators.
• Conduct tests and perform analyses of software systems embedded within launch vehicles, spacecraft, CubeSats, and other mission-critical components of space systems.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of these simulations to support software validation, on-orbit anomaly resolution, and day-of-launch mission assurance activities.
• Develop tools and techniques for enhancing analysis and simulation capabilities.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree