2026 Undergraduate Embedded Computing Engineer 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 hiringanUndergraduateIntern for the Embedded & Specialized Computing Department (ESCD) in the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD). Position will be full-time and 100% onsite at our office in El Segundo CA or Chantilly VA

Job Summary

Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD)staff couple the latest in information system technologies such as elastic compute clouds containerization microservices real-time operating systems and visualization frameworks with expertise in cyber security software architecture software engineering data science Artificial Intelligence process improvement and software development to deliver responsive resilient high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community DoD and civilian customers.

In this research and prototype focused role you will join the Embedded Specialized Compute Department which maintains expertise in test and implementation of cutting-edge space-based compute solutions. The group is organized into and focuses on three key areas: Rapid Prototyping (HW and SW) Resilient/Novel/Accelerated Compute Solutions and Hardware Security.

Example projects might include hardware/software implementation for hardware accelerators benchmarking specialized processors and/or algorithms testing and characterizing radiation effects on compute resources design and integration of cryptographic hardware or work toward on-orbit demonstration.

What Youll Be Doing

• Design embedded solutions for the evaluation of novel space-based processors state-of-the-art on-board processing systems and data exploitation via artificial intelligence

• Rapidly design and test embedded compute prototypes utilizing FPGAs SoCs application specific accelerators MCUs and other emerging processors

• Deliver embedded solutions in the areas of accelerated processing AI at the edge and/or small satellites

• Develop hardware and/or software to test and evaluate the radiation susceptibility of embedded processors and determine appropriate mitigations

• Leverage your knowledge of embedded computing architectures and design to recommend best practices for government customers

• Present project status technical findings and technical demonstrations to your team and customer

• Learn and grow through new work opportunities trainings and mentorship from experienced staff

WhatCorporateSkillsYoull Bring

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively 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:

• Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing abachelors degree in electrical engineering computer engineering computer science 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 of 3.0

• Familiarity with and some level of proficiency in at least two of the following programming languages; C C Python FPGA design languages (such as SystemVerilog VHDL or HLS frameworks)

• Familiarity with embedded platforms and tool suites such as AMD/Xilinx ST Microelectronics Microchip Altera Arm RISC-V or similar

• 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 required

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• GPAof3.5 or higher

• Active security clearance

• Experience implementing artificial intelligence/machine learning on SWaP constrained compute platforms

• Experience with hardware accelerators (GPU DPU TPU NPU etc.)

• Prior experience with FPGA based designs

Temporary housing assistance is not available.

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

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