2025 Signals Processing Undergrad Intern (Mod/Sim)

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Signals Processing Undergrad Intern for the Communications and Signals Analysis Department (CSAD) of the Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED).  This position is located in Chantilly, VA.

Job Summary

The Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED) represents the disciplines of communications, networking, and PNT (Position, Navigation, and Timing) in support of space missions, along with their enabling technologies. In our domain, CTED projects comprise all aspects, from architectures to prototypes to implementation, theoretical to hands-on.  Our engineers work directly with corporate and U.S. Government customers to ensure robust and resilient communications.

Undergrad Intern will join the CSAD team and perform modeling and simulation work for communications and / or signal processing applications

Work Model:

This position will be located 100% onsite in Chantilly Virginia

What You’ll Be Doing 

• You will support the interests and efforts of our primary customers within CSAD, including the NRO, NASA and DHS.

• You will enable customers to make informed decisions utilizing technical data generated by your analysis, modeling and simulation work products.

• You will work as part of a team supporting one or more technical project.

• The primary function of your role will be to utilize MATLAB and/or Python to develop computer models or functions that perform engineering computations associated with signal processing concepts.

• Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks.

• Performs computer modeling and simulation demonstrating mathematical dependencies and relationships.

• Training and mentorship will be provided. 

What Corporate Skills You’ll 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 

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related program

• Minimum GPA 3.0

• Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program after completion of the internship. 

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

• Experience utilizing engineering / modeling tools such as MATLAB and/or Python.

• Completed undergraduate course work in the areas of signal processing or communications.

• Pursuing an electrical engineering career in the area of signal processing and/or communications

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. 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

• Completed coursework in the area(s) of radio communications theory, optical communication, or digital signal processing.

• Experience in developing and delivering presentations, leading small groups, etc.

• Experience in working in an autonomous work environment on complex projects.

Temporary housing assistance is not available. 

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 diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the 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 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. 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, color, religion, genetic information, 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 you’re 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 email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.