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The Aerospace Corporation · 1 month ago

2026 Digital Systems Engineer Graduate Intern

El Segundo, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$35/hr - $47/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. They are seeking a Graduate Summer Intern to develop, simulate, and analyze digital system models for space, ground, and launch architectures with a focus on Model Based Systems Engineering methods.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build, validate, and simulate digital system models representing complex space and defense system architectures and design solutions

Develop complex queries and AI applications that interrogate digital system models for specific information, answering stakeholder questions

Assist with federating digital system models with other digital engineering models (mechanical, structural, electrical, software), yielding end-to-end digital thread models

Develop virtual twin system models that interact with the corresponding physical twin through live telemetry updates

Qualification

Model Based Systems EngineeringDigital EngineeringSimulationAnalysis ToolsDescriptive Modeling LanguagesTeam CollaborationWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationProject ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Required

Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program, pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline

Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a (Master's/Phd) degree program full-time after completion of the internship

Minimum GPA of 3.0

Foundational knowledge and some hands-on experience with simulation and analysis tools (e.g., Cameo Simulation Toolkit, MATLAB, Simulink, SimEvents, ModelCenter)

Familiarity with descriptive modeling languages (e.g., UML, SysML v1/SysML v2, UAFML) and modeling tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx Enterprise Architect, or Rhapsody)

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the United States 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

Active U.S. security clearance

Experience with modeling methodologies such as OOSEM, MagicGrid, or SysMod

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