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The Aerospace Corporation · 2 days ago

2026 Electro-Optical Sensor Performance Undergrad 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 in various aspects of space. They are seeking an Undergrad Electro-Optical Sensor Performance Intern to support the Integrated Sensor Design and Analysis Department in developing and testing passive electro-optical remote sensing systems.

AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Generating novel remote sensing payload concepts to meet evolving customer requirements

Performance analysis of passive remote sensing electro-optical sensor systems for assessing proposed designs and developing technical performance requirements

Evaluation of infrared sensor performance both theoretically and experimentally for long range acquisition under varied visual environments and illumination conditions

Leveraging sensor performance analyses to inform customers of expected sensor performance

Design, assemble, align and test complex electro-optical sensors

Performing stray light analysis of complex electro-optical sensor systems

Qualification

Electro-optical sensorsSensor performance analysisMATLABPythonOpticsElectrical engineeringTeamworkCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProject management

Required

Active enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program from an accredited college/university in optics, physics, electrical engineering or equivalent

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

Academic or prior internship experience performing detailed sensor performance analyses

Knowledge of computer programming languages in an engineering application environment such as MATLAB, Python, ENVI/IDL, or Mathematica

Familiarity working in a laboratory environment and electro-optical sensors

This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI SSBI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. 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 with assembling, aligning and measuring performance metrics of electro-optical sensors

Analytical skills in passive remote sensing electro-optical system performance evaluation including radiometry, optical design and testing, and sensor performance metrics

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