Space Vehicle Simulators Engineering Intern, Summer 2027

BAE Systems • Westminster, CO

1d • $49,592 - $68,993 • Onsite

About The Position

Participate in BAE Systems’ nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, which offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, take part in career development, and network with business leaders and other students. On the Space & Mission Systems Space Vehicle Simulators team, contribute to the integration of software and hardware in space vehicle programs. The team develops and delivers system prototypes that support flight software development and test, risk-reduction integration, ground development, and operator training.

Design, develop, and implement real-time simulations of BAE Systems space vehicles. Work across the engineering life cycle, from requirements and architecture through design, implementation, testing, integration, and documentation. Work with experienced engineering staff, deploy and test software and hardware in laboratory environments, and develop an understanding of spacecraft subsystems and their operation. The position is on-site five days during each normally scheduled workweek. Travel and local commuting between company campuses and other locations may be required.

Work may take place in an office, laboratory, production floor, cleanroom, outdoors, or a remote research environment. Occasional work in production work centers may require protective equipment and gear; access to other facilities may involve various weather conditions. Hourly rate: $26.50–$35.75. The posting also lists a full-time salary range of $49,592–$68,993 and notes that pay is determined by factors including business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications. Temporary employees are generally not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but may elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Requirements

• Must have completed sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for fall 2027, or be enrolled in a graduate degree program.
• Degree must be from a university, college, or school accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or U.S. Department of Education.
• Major in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, or a related technical field, with coursework related to software development or electrical circuit design.

Nice To Haves

• Curiosity, a desire to learn quickly, and ability to work well with others.
• Exposure to developing model-based simulations using MATLAB/Simulink; preference for experience with auto code generation using Embedded Coder, Simulink Coder, and/or MATLAB Coder.
• Exposure to developing and testing software for operational systems using languages such as C/C++ and Ruby/Python.
• Basic understanding of real-time operating system concepts, including Linux/VxWorks.
• Exposure to or familiarity with control theory, hardware-in-the-loop, and processor-in-the-loop simulations.
• Basic electrical circuit design or understanding.
• Interest in the software development lifecycle and activities in each phase.
• Background in and demonstrated interest in aerospace as a career field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement real-time simulations of BAE Systems space vehicles.
• Perform engineering life-cycle functions, including requirements, architecture, design, code/build, test, integration, and documentation.
• Work under the guidance of experienced engineering staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Deploy and test software and hardware in laboratory environments.
• Develop a detailed understanding of spacecraft subsystems and their operation.
• Work on a team engineering a software baseline using Agile development methodologies, GitLab, coding standards, and DevSecOps pipelines.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units, and the company; interact appropriately to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Temporary employees may elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan.
• Temporary employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern