The Aerospace Corporation · 12 hours ago
2026 Small Satellite Software Undergraduate Intern
El Segundo, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$26/hr - $30/hrThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. The Small Satellite Software Undergraduate Intern will develop software libraries and applications to support satellite testing and operations, while collaborating with team members and assisting with software releases and documentation.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Developing software libraries and applications to support satellites testing and operations
Performing algorithm and application optimization to support system scaling
Assisting with software releases, deployments, and documentation
Coordinating with subsystem leads to define software requirements and interfaces
Working collaboratively on a team and independently
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed
Training and mentorship will be provided
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics 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 Bachelor's degree program full-time after completion of the internship
Sophomore class standing completed by internship start date
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Experience with Python and C/C++
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Transcripts
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
GPA of 3.5 or higher
Active security clearance
Experience with NVIDIA Jetson Edge Computing
Experience with Embedded Linux and Robot Operating System (ROS)
Familiarity with containerization platforms such as Docker
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
Company
The Aerospace Corporation
As the government’s preeminent space innovation partner, Aerospace brings technical expertise to advance the nation's missions in space.
Founded in 1960
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tanya Pemberton
President & CEO
Ashley Kowalski
Project Leader - International Partnerships
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