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2026 Power Systems Engineering… at The Aerospace… · El Segundo
InternshipOn-siteFull-timeEl Segundo, CA
Skills
power systemspower electronics modelingsimulationtestingsatellite energy balance analysislaunch vehicle energy depletion analysissystem level modelingelectrical engineeringcomputer engineeringsecurity clearanceproject management
Job Description
Summary: The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise. They are hiring a Power Systems Engineering Undergrad Intern for the Mission Payloads Division, where the intern will provide technical support and apply academic skills to satellite energy analysis models under expert guidance.
Responsibilities:
- Provide Power Systems Engineering technical support
- Apply academic technical skills to create satellite energy balance and / or launch vehicle energy depletion analysis models, while working under the guidance and support of industry experts
- Work with experienced Power Systems Engineering staff to increase knowledge and understanding of major satellite subsystem elements that operate on the spacecraft and / or launch vehicle power bus
- Utilize and/or develop system level modeling tools and resources that facilitate hardware performance characterization
- Learn how satellites operate through launch and initialization
- Gain an understanding of how other spacecraft subsystems and related focus areas like Thermal Control, Attitude Control, Flight Mechanics, and Communications work concurrently to generate data products for vehicle level assessments
- Gain exposure to power electronics modeling, simulation, and testing in a laboratory environment
- Write clear and concise reports that document your work
- Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed
Required Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled full-time in a Bachelor's program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
- Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Completed coursework and/or fundamental knowledge of power systems
- This position requires the 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
- Transcripts required
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Must work well in a team environment
- Possess organizational, time management and project management skills
- Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need
- Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations
Preferred Qualifications:
- GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Active security clearance
Required Skills: Power Systems, Power Electronics Modeling, Simulation, Testing, Satellite Energy Balance Analysis, Launch Vehicle Energy Depletion Analysis, System Level Modeling, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Security Clearance, Project Management
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
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