Rotational Engineering Intern at Amentum in US-CA-Vandenberg AFB

Summary: Amentum is a company focused on delivering innovative and dependable space launch range operations. They are seeking a Rotational Engineering Intern to support the United States Space Force Range Contract by working across five critical teams in engineering and operations, gaining hands-on experience in various technical domains. Responsibilities: - Be the architect of the mission. You will focus on the "big picture," learning how our critical subsystems, like Radar, Telemetry, and Meteorological systems, work together to ensure mission success. You'll dive into the world of systems-level thinking, understanding the engineering process that governs how we execute changes across the entire range to ensure all parts function as one seamless system - Be a builder of the mission's future. You will get embedded with one of our expert sub-system engineering teams to focus on tangible upgrades. You'll learn how we execute the design process for specific components and get a front-row seat to how we integrate modernized, cutting-edge equipment and software into our operational environment - Get a behind-the-scenes look at the technology that powers launch day. You will learn how our expert teams prepare and maintain the systems that are the mission's backbone, from tracking vehicles with Radar and Telemetry systems, to understanding the crucial Communication networks - Observe mission control, the heart of space operations. You’ll be on the front lines during live launch operations, from the countdown through the flight, gaining a unique appreciation for the teamwork, processes, and split-second decision-making required to ensure mission success - Enter the digital battlefield to defend our nation’s space assets. You’ll learn to hunt for weaknesses by learning basic and intermediate vulnerability scanning capabilities across a variety of hardware and software platforms. You will then generate critical reports on your findings and help create the Plan of Actions & Milestones (POAM) that directs our remediation efforts - Collaborate with diverse teams on cross-functional projects - Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - An eager and proactive approach to learning complex technical systems - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - A hands-on approach to learning and a willingness to work directly with technical systems - The ability to understand and execute complex instructions from written, oral, or diagrammatic sources - Excellent written and oral communication skills - A collaborative mindset with a proven ability to thrive in a team environment - A high degree of professional ethics and personal integrity, essential for working in a national security environment - Must be at least a Sophomore, actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a STEM-related field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) - Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) - Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship - Valid U.S. Driver's License required Required Skills: Systems engineering, Hardware engineering, Software engineering, Radar systems, Telemetry systems, Meteorological systems, Communication networks, Vulnerability scanning, Microsoft Office, Analytical skills, Professional ethics, Personal integrity Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid time off and holidays, Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching), Educational reimbursement, Parental leave, Employee stock purchase plan, Tax-saving options, Disability and life insurance, Pet insurance