2026 Software Implementation and Integration Grad 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. Join us and take your place in space.

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring Software Engineering Grad 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.

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 Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers. 

Work Model: 

This position will be located 100% onsite in Chantilly, VA.

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Participates in the software design & implementation of a simulated space system.

• Develops prototype software in Python, Java & C to operate on the simulated space element and the simulated ground element.

• Participates with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners.

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

• Training and mentorship will be provided.

What Corporate Skills You Will Bring

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Must work well in a team environment.

• Must possess strong 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.

• Demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the company’s values of Dedication to Mission Success, Technical Excellence, Commitment to Our People, Objectivity and Integrity, and Innovation

What You Need to Be Successful

Minimum Requirements:  

• Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field(s)

• 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.

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

• Experience programming in Python, C/C++, or JAVA

• 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 TS/SCI

• Prior participation in agile software development.

• Experience working with common cloud computing services such as Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure.

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.

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