2026 Systems, Performance, Estimation and Algorithms Graduate Intern

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Aerospace Corporation is hiringa Systems Performance Estimation and Algorithms Engineer

The Tracking Architecture Performance Department (TAPD) performs concept development systems engineering architecture analysis algorithm development and evaluation support for national security space customers emphasizing Radar Electro-Optical (EO) and Infrared (IR) sensors missile warning/missile tracking (MW/MT) missions Electronic Warfare (EW) space domain awareness (SDA) and space protection and security. The selected candidate will provide analytical support algorithm development systems engineering and architecting and modeling and simulation analysis for space surveillance systems space protection and space threat susceptibility vulnerability analysis and resiliency assessment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Algorithm assessment and development
• Modeling simulation and analysis and/or algorithm development for target tracking for space domain awareness (SDA) and missile warning/tracking (MW/MT) missions
• Apply standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks.
• Training and mentorship will be provided.

The selected candidate will work full time on-site in El Segundo CA or Colorado Springs CO

WhatCorporateSkillsYoull Bring

• 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

What you need to be successful

Minimum Requirements

• Accepted or currently enrolled at an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Masters or PhD degree in Physics Applied Mathematics or Engineering or related program
• Completion of Bachelors degree prior to internship
• 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
• Experience programming in C C Java or Python
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word PowerPoint and Excel)
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• 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 are required for this position

How you can stand out

• Experience in researching developing and applying advanced and innovative techniques for algorithm development
• Understanding of concepts pertaining to filters sensors (such as radar IR sensors) AI/ML algorithms
• GPA 3.5 or higher
• Active security clearance
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations leading small groups etc.
• Experience in working in an autonomous work environment on complex projects
• Software design development unit testing and integration experience
• Practice robust statistics and decision logics

Temporary housing assistance is not available.

The Aerospace Corporation is a proud member of Space Workforce for Tomorrow (SWFT) a growing coalition of leading space companies committed to collaboratively working toward a shared vision of expanding and providing opportunities for talent to join the exciting space industry. As part of this commitment SWFT companies are focused on building a skilled innovative and sustainable space workforce required to maintain U.S. leadership in space for decades to come. Click here to learn more and register for the National Space Intern program.

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge and skills.

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Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• 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

We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.