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 hiring an Undergraduate UI & Advanced Visualization Development Intern for the Engineering Applications Department (EAD) within the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD). This position will be full-time 100% onsite at our office in El Segundo CA.
Additional onsite work locations include Colorado Springs CO 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 IC DoD and civilian customers.
EAD develops a wide variety of innovative tools and applications to support civil commercial and national security space systems. From virtual and augmented reality to web cloud and desktop applications; EAD evaluates and creates unique software tools that present data and analysis to key decision makers.
What Youll Be Doing
Develop user-friendly and interactive visualizations for engineering applications
Collaborate with subject-matter experts to implement graphical user interfaces and enhance user experience
Utilize graphics visualization and data visualization techniques to help engineers solve space and ground system engineering problems
Prepare and deliver presentations on project progress and results to team members and stakeholders
Identify and recommend opportunities for new capabilities and research
Training and mentorship will be provided
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
Currently enrolled fulltime in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Computer 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 degree program full-time after completion of the internship.
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Experience with JavaScript programming
Experience with frontend development in React
Development experience with game engines (Unity Unreal Godot etc.)
Computer graphics or multimedia development experience
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Self-motivation and a willingness to take initiative
This position requires the ability to obtainand maintaina security clearancewhich 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:
GPA 3.5 or higher
Active security clearance
Experience with other programming languages (python C C## etc.)
Experience with data visualization libraries such as or
Knowledge of RESTful APIs and asynchronous data fetching techniques
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.
(Min - Max)
$26.00 - $30.00Pay Basis: HourlyLeadership 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:
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.
Required Experience:
Intern
Aerospace operates the only federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) committed exclusively to the space enterprise. Our technical experts span every discipline of space-related science and engineering.