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The Aerospace Corporation · 1 month ago

2026 Composites and Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Undergraduate Intern

El Segundo, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$26/hr - $30/hr

Start in 2026

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise. They are seeking an undergraduate-level Composites and Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Intern to conduct research and contribute to technical projects in materials science and evaluation methods.

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Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct research and contribute to technical projects by hands on NDE evaluating methods including, but not limited to ultrasonic testing measurements, X-ray measurements, or computational modeling and simulation of NDE techniques

Data acquisition and analysis

Communicate with personnel within PSL and between organizations within Engineering, Technology Group

Prepare written and oral reports of research activities and accomplishments, and present to higher management, internal colleagues and the broader scientific community

Training and mentorship will be provided

Qualification

Materials scienceNondestructive evaluationData acquisitionProgramming in PythonComputational modelingAdditive manufacturingCommunication skillsTeamworkOrganizational skillsTime managementProject management

Required

Currently enrolled fulltime in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's degree in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, 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 3.0

Sophomore class standing completed by internship start date

Relevant coursework or knowledge in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, metallurgy, NDE, additive manufacturing, computational modeling or material characterization

Programming experience in Python, C++, LabVIEW, SolidWorks, InspectionWare, CIVA, or MATLAB

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

Knowledge in nondestructive evaluation, materials property measurements

Experience in composites, layup, characterization, and mechanical testing for space applications

Hands-on experience with ultrasonic testing, X-ray measurements, eddy current measurement and testing, conducting computational modeling and simulation of NDE techniques, image analysis

Hands-on experience with materials processing, including composite layup and CNC milling

Hands-on experience with characterization of structure-property relationships of high-performance CFRP composite materials and effect of processing conditions on resulting thermal and mechanical properties

Records on publishing technical paper or delivering conference presentations

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