2026 Sensor Modeling and Simulation Engineer Undergrad Intern

The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Sensor Modeling and Simulation Engineer - Undergrad Intern for the Sensor Modeling and Simulation Department (SMSD) within the Mission Payloads Division (MPD). The position will be full-time, 100% onsite at our office in Chantilly, VA. The team includes scientists and engineers across a broad range of disciplines actively engaged in developing the next generation of remote sensing systems of national importance.

Requirements

• Applying SMSD and COTS analysis tools and techniques for applications including image chain modeling, scene simulation, spectroscopy, computer vision, change detection and tracking, space domain awareness, lidar and 3D remote sensing, radio frequency remote sensing, product quality metrics, optics, calibration, and/or data simulation.
• Applying best practices for modeling & simulation software development to augment existing software capabilities.
• Advising internal Aerospace customers on operational and R&D remote sensing system performance.
• Performing, documenting, and presenting results of studies to inform and influence decisions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions;
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect