Intern - Nuclear Propulsion

Do you have a passion for space? While others may be putting people in space, we are putting people on the Moon and Mars and beyond.

As an Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) intern, you will work alongside engineers and scientists on hardware development, payload integration & operations, laboratory & test operations, modeling & simulation, space environments, scientific research and propulsion systems for programs like Human Landing Systems, Space Launch Systems and the International Space Station!

 The Space Nuclear Propulsion (SNP) engineer intern duties will include:

• Working in a controlled lab.

• Working with NASA department level PI for R&D specific to SNP.

• Supporting Configuration Management and Systems Engineering Processes.

• Data interpretation.

• Data reduction using engineering tools such as MatLab, Python, WinPlot and Excel.

Expectations included in the ASED Internship:

• You are expected to have a valid Star ID/ Real ID driver's license, have access to an automobile, and be able to drive yourself to work locations.

• You will be expected to attend MSFC facility scheduled tours, Technical Fellow talks, luncheons, and training sessions in addition to your work.

• We highly encourage you to participate in activities outside of work with your fellow interns. These activities will be scheduled, with your input, by your social coordinators and will be beneficial in forming a cohesive group and lasting friendships.

Qualifications:

Current enrollment in an engineering, science, technical, engineering, math, computer science, or related BS degree program.  Degree program at an ABET accredited institution is preferred.

The successful candidate:

•     Must be able to provide own transportation.

•     Must have the ability to work in a team environment.  

•     Must be in good academic standing.

•     Have demonstrated a very strong aptitude in major field.

Essential Functions

Work Environment: 

General office environment (100%). Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<5%).  

Physical Requirements: 

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and other facilities (10%). 

Equipment and Machines: 

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance: 

Regular attendance is a necessity to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.

Other Essential Functions: 

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.  

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.

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Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under