2027 RF Characterization Undergraduate Intern
About The Position
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an RF Device Engineering Undergraduate Intern to assist with RF device characterization, reliability testing, and accelerated life testing of microelectronics technology that supports national security space programs. The Physical Sciences Laboratories (PSL) supports the effective and timely development and operation of national security systems through scientific research and the application of advanced technologies. The Microelectronics Technology Department (MTD) is part of PSL with specialized laboratories for testing, accelerating, and analyzing failures in electronics used for space systems. MTD supports investigations of electronics reliability and physics of failure of advanced RF systems using GaN HEMTs, CMOS, SiGe, SOI, MOSFETs, bipolar, and other advanced technologies for space applications.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science 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
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, C++, or related experience with programming
- Familiarity or coursework related to semiconductor, microelectronics, or RF device characterization: experience with oscilloscopes, network analyzers, function generators, and multimeters
- 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 security clearance
- Transcripts required
Nice To Haves
- Active security clearance
- Coursework or experience with RF fundamentals (S-parameters, impedance matching, network analysis)
- Experience with high-frequency measurements or microwave devices
- Experience in developing and delivering presentations
- Electrical testing knowledge and experience with semiconductor devices
- Experience with database and project organizational tools, such as bitbucket or Slack
- Experience working as part of a team on complex projects
Responsibilities
- Assist with device characterization including pulsed-IV, DC, and RF measurements on semiconductor devices
- Perform probe station measurements on microelectronic devices and test structures
- Support accelerated life testing on microelectronic components and materials
- Perform RF measurements including S-parameter, noise figure, high-power
- Develop automated parser to translate LabVIEW to Python code using internal AI tools, while using hardware to test changes
- Develop tools for managing automation of measurement systems and lab capabilities
- Participate with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs
- Training and mentorship will be provided
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
