2027 Signal Processing and RF Engineering Grad Intern
About The Position
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Signal Processing and RF Engineering Graduate Intern for the Communication Software Implementation Department (CSID) within the Mission Payloads Division. CSID performs proof-of-concept studies, implements new algorithms, builds prototypes for signal-processing applications, and provides technical advice on satellite communication systems. The position is full-time and onsite at the company’s El Segundo, California office. Training and mentorship will be provided. The intern will design, build, code, and test software and hardware prototypes for signal-processing applications; deliver technical demonstrations and briefings; and contribute to multiple projects independently and in small teams. Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an accredited graduate program and available to work full-time for at least 12 weeks outside the university term, then return to their degree program full-time. The role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. Transcripts are required. Temporary housing assistance is not available.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university program pursuing a master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
- Available to work full-time for a minimum of 12 weeks outside the university term and able to return to a degree program full-time after the internship.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Software development experience in one or more of Python, C/C++, Golang, Rust, Swift, or Julia.
- Familiarity with digital signal processing and RF communication techniques.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
- Transcripts 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.
- Experience in satellite communications, CubeSats, or GPS/GNSS/PNT systems.
- Development experience in a software-defined radio environment such as GNU Radio.
- Familiarity with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning techniques.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, code, and test software and hardware prototypes for signal-processing applications.
- Deliver technical demonstrations and briefings.
- Work on multiple projects simultaneously, independently and in small teams.
- Participate in training and mentorship.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
