About the role#
The Battery Test Lab at The Aerospace Corporation supports the evaluation of spacecraft cells and batteries for flight programs. You will join an interdisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and technicians to conduct research and testing. This role involves hands-on laboratory work to improve the battery test life cycle and streamline testing processes.
What you'll do#
- Create and execute new battery cell tests and experiments.
- Design and build custom test stations for space vehicle battery testing.
- Fabricate custom test hardware and cabling.
- Assemble and solder printed circuit boards.
- Develop new diagnostic tools and interface codes for measurement and test equipment.
- Perform analysis on battery test data to evaluate performance and identify improvements.
- Support the team on project designs, test protocols, and experimental validations.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled full-time in a Bachelor's degree program for Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Science Engineering.
- Minimum sophomore class standing by the internship start date.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Experience operating in a test laboratory environment.
- Experience developing, troubleshooting, and executing scripts using Python, MATLAB, or another high-level programming language.
- Availability to work full-time for at least 10 weeks outside of the university term.
- Ability to return to a full-time degree program after the internship.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site in El Segundo, California.
- The internship is a full-time, paid position.
About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation operates as a nonprofit organization focused on space research and technology. Founded in 1960, the company provides technical expertise for national space programs and national security systems. It maintains a workforce of over 5,000 employees across offices in Virginia and California. The firm specializes in areas including launch vehicles, artificial intelligence, and space policy.
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