The Aerospace Corporation · 19 hours ago
2026 Structural Mechanics Graduate Intern
El Segundo, CA
Internship
Onsite
InternThe Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As a Structural Mechanics Graduate Intern, you will develop and improve software and simulation tools for structural dynamics problems while collaborating with aerospace companies to deliver innovative solutions for space systems.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Developing, organizing, and improving software and simulation tools used to solve environments and/or structural dynamics problems
Improving tools and processes used to prepare test and/or flight sensor data for comparison to analytical predictions and for use in fleet monitoring
Applying standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks
Documenting and presenting completed work and recommendations
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may evolve to support growth and learning
Training and mentorship will be provided
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled fulltime in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Mechanical, Structural, Aerospace 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 Master's or Ph.D. degree program full-time after completion of the internship
Undergraduate degree completed by internship start date
Familiar with Python and Matlab programming languages and environments
Demonstrated interest in structural mechanics specifically related to rocket and satellite structures
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
This position requires 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
Preferred
GPA of 3.5 or higher
Active security clearance
Familiar with modern software issue tracking systems, including Jira
Knowledge of signal processing, statistics, and other applied mathematical approaches
Completed course work in Statics/Dynamics, Vibration, Finite Element Analysis, Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra
Prior engineering or project management experience in the aerospace industry
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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