At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country’s space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! The Communication Software Implementation Department (CSID) performs proof-of-concept studies, implements new algorithms, and builds prototypes for signal processing applications. We are subject matter experts who provide technical advice to our customers on satellite communication systems. What You’ll Be Doing Design, build, code, and test software/hardware prototypes for signal processing applications. Deliver tech demos and briefings. Work on multiple projects simultaneously, both independently and in small team within the department. 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 Minimum Requirements: Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a master's degree program in an accredited college/university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline Minimum GPA of 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 full-time after completion of the internship. Software development experience in one or more of these languages: Python, C/ C , Golang, Rust, Swift, Julia. Familiarity with digital signal processing and RF communication technique. 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: Active security clearance Experience in satellite communications, Cube. Sats, or GPS/ GNSS/ PNT systems. Development experience in software-defined radio environment such as GNU Radio Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning techniques Temporary housing assistance is not available. We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll 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)$32.00 - $35.00 Pay Basis: Hourly. 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 other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.