2027 Space Systems Architect Graduate Intern

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation\'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- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you\'ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Space Systems Architecture Graduate Intern The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Space Systems Architecture Graduate Intern who will perform architecture-level assessment, modeling, analysis, and conceptual design activities as a member of the Architecture Concepts Department (ArCon). ArCon provides expertise in architecture methods, processes, and tools to an extremely broad range of customers, including National Security Space (NSS) and other defense programs, NASA, NOAA, NNSA, DHS, and others. Interns in ArCon participate in and lead architecture trade studies, architecture conceptualization studies, architecture modeling tasks, and program assessment analyses at multiple levels of complexity, ranging from prototype systems to full scale acquisition systems in the space, ground, communications, and network domains. ArCon applies disciplined system architecting principles and leads cross-functional teams to provide impactful guidance to assist our customers in making key acquisition and operations decisions. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space-enabled mission effects. Apply disciplined system architecting methods, processes, and tools for architecture-level trades, in a broad range of architecture-level assessment, modeling, analysis, and conceptual design activities Participate in a space system architecting, conceptual design, and analysis activities as part of a large cross-disciplinary team of summer interns Develop and execute innovative methods for advancing the state of the practice of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering (DE) to enhance our customers\' ability to conduct systems engineering across the architecture lifecycle. Use, develop, and integrate analytical methods and tools to evaluate architectural concepts and system conceptual designs for cost, schedule, performance, risk, resilience to disruptive events or threats, and other characteristics Work with Aerospace program office, customer, and contractor personnel to elicit and identify needs, requirements, and constraints for studies; Possess organizational, time management, and project management skills Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university program pursuing a master\'s or PhD degree in Aerospace or systems engineering, physics, or related field Bachelor\'s degree in physics or engineering by the start of internship period Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a MS or PhD degree program full-time after completion of the internship. Relevant coursework and/or research projects in space systems engineering or systems architecting Familiarity with one or more of the following programming languages: MATLAB, Python, Java, or VB Government Top Secret security clearance. S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Coursework and/or research projects in enterprise systems engineering (ESE), enterprise architecting (EA), system of systems engineering (SOSE), or mission engineering (ME) Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) or digital engineering (DE) methods, processes, and ecosystems Coursework and/or research experience in architecture or system modeling, particularly using the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Unified Profile for DoDAF and MODAF (UPDM), or Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) Profile; Working knowledge of using system modeling tools such as MagicDraw, Cameo Systems Modeler, Cameo Enterprise Architecture, Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect, IBM Rational Rhapsody, or Vitech GENESYS; Knowledge of space architecture conceptual design, analysis, and concurrent engineering techniques Experience with spacecraft systems engineering or spacecraft operations A current Secret, Top Secret, and/or SCI clearance 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. Pay Basis: Hourly To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans ~ Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation ~ Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options ~employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire ~ Flexible spending accounts ~ Relocation assistance ~ Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career ~ 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. 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