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The Aerospace Corporation

<div><div>The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation&rsquo;s 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&mdash; delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you&rsquo;ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.</div><div></div><div>
Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers&rsquo; portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally, DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems.</div><div></div><div>
The Systems Engineer (SE) in the Responsive Space Branch within the Agile Acquisition Directorate (AAD) will support the program office acquiring a critical space system for the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO). The Space RCO is rapidly developing and fielding highly classified critical space capabilities for the space enterprise. The SE will actively participate in all phases of a system lifecycle to ensure an operationally dominant space capability is delivered at the speed of warfighting relevance. The SE will also be responsible for Aerospace reach-back and backplane activities.</div><div></div><div>
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at Kirtland Air Force Base.</div><div></div><div>
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing</div><ul><li>
Support program reviews, design, development, test, and transition to operations efforts</li><li>
Act as technical representative directly supporting Program Manager (O-5)</li><li>
Understand and ensure implementation of requirements for system design, mission concept of operations, prototype and test, initial checkout, operations, and operational transition support</li><li>
Provide mission assurance and assist with integration efforts</li><li>
Witness critical test efforts, verifying procedures and plans are followed appropriately</li><li>
Support integration and test anomaly investigations, providing key expertise in protecting schedule, cost, and hardware</li><li>
Identify risk areas and mitigation efforts to meet mission objectives</li><li>
Represent SpRCO&rsquo;s interest in Aerospace backplane communications</li><li>
Solicit and oversee subject matter experts from the Aerospace Engineering Technical Group (ETG) to employ their expertise on critical problems</li><li>
Work closely with members of a diverse team of military, government civilians, prime contractors, SE&amp;I contractors, FFRDCs and National Laboratories</li></ul><div></div><div>
What You Need to be Successful</div><div><i>
Minimum Requirements:</i></div><ul><li>
BS degree in engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences is required or an equivalent combination of training and experience</li><li>
8 or more years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering, program management, or other technical fields.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to form teams</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to work in a highly dynamic Program Office environment with a mix of government, FFRDC, and SETA personnel</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; experience presenting and writing technical information</li><li>
Travel is required (10-25%)</li><li>
This position requires a current TS/SCI security clearance with SAP eligibility, which is issued by the US Government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.</li></ul><div></div><div>
How You Can Stand Out</div><div><i>
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:</i></div><ul><li>
Advanced degree in technical subject area (engineering, science or math)</li><li>
Systems Engineering experience with rapid operational systems</li><li>
An excellent personal technical reputation and a record of personal technical achievement</li><li>
Program office experience</li><li>
Experience preparing data packages for and working through spectrum management/frequency approval processes</li></ul><div></div><div>
Leadership Competencies</div><div>
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:</div><ul><li>
Operate Strategically</li><li>
Lead Change</li><li>
Engage with Impact</li><li>
Foster Innovation</li><li>
Deliver Results</li></ul><div></div><div>
Ways We Reward Our Employees</div><div>
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.</div><div>
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. <i>A few highlights include:</i></div><ul><li>
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans</li><li>
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation</li><li>
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options</li><li>
401(k) Plan &mdash; 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</li><li>
Flexible spending accounts</li><li>
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions</li><li>
Relocation assistance</li><li>
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career</li><li>
Education assistance programs</li><li>
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect</li></ul><div></div><div>
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other&mdash;the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.</div><div></div><div>
Equal Opportunity Commitment</div><div>
The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity 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, 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&rsquo;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 <div>peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org</div> . You can also review <div>Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</div>.</div></div>

Space RCO Systems Engineer

<div><div>The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation&rsquo;s 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&mdash; delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you&rsquo;ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.</div><div></div><div>
The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Software Engineering Undergraduate Intern for the Software Implementation and Integration Department within the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD). Position will be full-time and 100% onsite at our office in Chantilly, VA.</div><div></div><div>
Job Summary</div><div>
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.</div><div></div><div>
Work Model:</div><div>
This position will be located 100% onsite in Chantilly, VA.</div><div></div><div>
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing</div><ul><li><div>
Participates in the software design &amp; implementation of a simulated space system.</div></li><li><div>
Develops prototype software in Python, Java &amp; C to operate on the simulated space element and the simulated ground element.</div></li><li><div>
Participates with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners.</div></li><li><div>
Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks.</div></li><li><div>
Training and mentorship will be provided.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
What Corporate Skills You Will Bring</div><ul><li><div>
Strong written and oral communication skills</div></li><li><div>
Must work well in a team environment.</div></li><li><div>
Must possess strong organizational, time management and project management skills.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need.</div></li><li><div>
Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the company&rsquo;s values of Dedication to Mission Success, Technical Excellence, Commitment to Our People, Objectivity and Integrity, and Innovation</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
What You Need to Be Successful</div><div><i>
Minimum Requirements:</i></div><ul><li><div>
Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field(s)</div></li><li><div>
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.</div></li><li><div>
Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)</div></li><li><div>
Experience programming in Python, C/C++, or JAVA</div></li><li><div>
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.</div></li><li><div>
Transcripts required.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
How You Can Stand Out</div><div><i>
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:</i></div><ul><li><div>
GPA 3.5 or higher</div></li><li><div>
Active TS/SCI</div></li><li><div>
Prior participation in agile software development.</div></li><li><div>
Experience working with common cloud computing services such as Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Temporary housing assistance is not available.</div><div></div><div>
Leadership Competencies</div><div>
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:</div><ul><li>
Operate Strategically</li><li>
Lead Change</li><li>
Engage with Impact</li><li>
Foster Innovation</li><li>
Deliver Results</li></ul><div></div><div>
Ways We Reward Our Employees</div><div>
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.</div><div>
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. <i>A few highlights include:</i></div><ul><li>
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans</li><li>
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation</li><li>
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options</li><li>
401(k) Plan &mdash; 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</li><li>
Flexible spending accounts</li><li>
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions</li><li>
Relocation assistance</li><li>
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career</li><li>
Education assistance programs</li><li>
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect</li></ul><div></div><div>
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other&mdash;the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.</div><div></div><div>
Equal Opportunity Commitment</div><div>
The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity 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, 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&rsquo;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 <div>peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org</div> . You can also review <div>Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</div>.</div></div>

2026 Software Implementation and Integration Undergrad Intern

<div><div>The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation&rsquo;s 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&mdash; delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you&rsquo;ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.</div><div></div><div>
The Aerospace Corporation's Center for Space Policy and Strategy (CSPS) is seeking Graduate Student Interns interested in space policy or strategic foresight for a paid internship opportunity. This intern position is for three full-time, limited-term appointments during the Summer of 2026. The selection process is highly competitive and not all available positions may be filled. Selection and announcements will be on a rolling basis before the end of February 2026.</div><div></div><div>
This position is full time on-site in our Crystal City, VA location.</div><div></div><div>
With your application, please provide a cover letter attached to your resume and discuss the following:</div><ul><li>
Short statement of interest for why you would like to work for the Center for Space Policy and Strategy. Are you a space enthusiast, and if so, how have you pursued that passion in your personal, professional, or academic life? What do you envision as the next big policy or strategic issue in space? What are your most curious or transformational ideas about the future of space?</li></ul><div></div><div>
Join CSPS as it brings Aerospace's deep technical expertise to bear shaping the future of space policy across civil, commercial, and national security issues.</div><div></div><div>
What You Will Be Doing</div><ul><li>
Write, edit, and publish with CSPS, including the potential to serve as a co-author on published work together with a CSPS staff member.</li><li>
Conduct strategy and policy research using advanced qualitative and quantitative methodologies as part of an interdisciplinary team, working with highly regarded scholars and practitioners</li><li>
Make complicated technical, economic, and policy concepts accessible for a national decision-making audience</li><li>
Help CSPS stage public/virtual events and roundtables on pressing issues of space policy</li><li>
Work closely with senior management and staff, and other members of the space policy community</li><li>
Training and extensive mentorship will be provided.</li></ul><div></div><div>
What Corporate Skills You Will Bring</div><ul><li>
Strong written and oral communication skills</li><li>
Must work well in a team environment</li><li>
Must possess strong organizational, time management and project management skills</li><li>
Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs</li><li>
Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations</li><li>
Demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the company&rsquo;s values of Dedication to Mission Success, Technical Excellence, Commitment to Our People, Objectivity and Integrity, and Innovation</li></ul><div></div><div>
What You Need To Be Successful</div><div><i>
minimum requirements</i></div><ul><li>
Currently enrolled full time at an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Master's or PhD in a space- and/or national security-related technology, strategy, or policy field.</li><li>
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.</li><li>
Previous internship with The Aerospace Corporation</li><li>
Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)</li><li>
Minimum GPA 3.0</li><li>
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance, US Citizenship Required</li><li>
Knowledge and interest in space policy or Strategic Foresight</li><li>
Experience with writing and publishing</li><li>
Transcripts required for this position</li></ul><div></div><div>
How You Can Stand Out</div><ul><li>
GPA 3.5 or higher</li><li>
Ability to stage public/virtual events and roundtables on pressing issues of space policy</li><li>
Policy type experience or coursework</li><li>
Training or expertise in foresight methodologies such as emerging trends analysis, horizon scanning, scenario development, and strategy formulation.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Temporary housing assistance is not available.</div><div></div><div>
The Aerospace Corporation is a proud member of <div>Space Workforce for Tomorrow (SWFT)</div>, 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 <div>here</div> to learn more and register for the National Space Intern program.</div><div></div><div>
Leadership Competencies</div><div>
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:</div><ul><li>
Operate Strategically</li><li>
Lead Change</li><li>
Engage with Impact</li><li>
Foster Innovation</li><li>
Deliver Results</li></ul><div></div><div>
Ways We Reward Our Employees</div><div>
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.</div><div>
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. <i>A few highlights include:</i></div><ul><li>
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans</li><li>
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation</li><li>
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options</li><li>
401(k) Plan &mdash; 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</li><li>
Flexible spending accounts</li><li>
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions</li><li>
Relocation assistance</li><li>
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career</li><li>
Education assistance programs</li><li>
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect</li></ul><div></div><div>
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other&mdash;the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.</div><div></div><div>
Equal Opportunity Commitment</div><div>
The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity 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, 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&rsquo;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 <div>peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org</div> . You can also review <div>Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</div>.</div></div>

2026 Space Policy Graduate Intern

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2026 Space Policy Graduate Intern