Space Vehicle Power Systems Engineering Intern, Summer 2027
- No experience required
How this pay compares
This posting states $55.1k–$74.4k a year. Open electrical engineer jobs in Colorado post a median of $166k a year, the middle half $137k–$194k, across 163 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.
About the job
</br><b>Job Description </b></br><p>In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company.
The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.<br><br>You will be part of the Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit, supporting the lead Electrical Power Systems engineer on spacecraft missions for national defense and civil space.<br><br>The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions.
Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. <br><br><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong><br> </p><ul><li>Collaborate with the EPDS department as part of your core team.</li><li>Support the lead Electrical Power Systems engineer on unique spacecraft missions.</li><li>Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.</li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.</li><li>Perform other duties as necessary.</li></ul> <p><strong>On-Site Work Environment:</strong> This position requires regular in-person engagement by working <strong>on-site five days </strong>each normally scheduled week in the primary work location.
Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.<br><br><strong>Working Conditions:</strong></p> <ul><li>Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.</li><li>May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.</li><li>May access other facilities in various weather conditions.</li></ul><p><br><strong>Hourly Rate:</strong> $26.50 - $35.75</p></br></br><b>Required Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><ul><li>Must have completed your sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for the fall of 2027.
We will also accept students enrolled in a graduate degree program. </li><li>Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.</li><li>Aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field</li><li>Engineering with emphasis in power electronics and components (solar arrays, batteries, power distribution, and power enablement/disablement).</li><li>Basic understanding of Electrical Engineering Theory.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office.</li><li>Good communicator and team-minded.</li><li>Interest in Space and Aerospace Power Systems. </li></ul><p><span style="color:#ffffff;">#LI-HC1</span></p></br></br><b>Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><ul><li>Experience using MATLAB.</li><li>Experience using Simulink.</li><li>Experience using CAMEO.</li><li>Previous Aerospace Internships.</li></ul><br><br><b>Pay Information</b><br>Full-Time Salary Range: $49592 - $68993<br><br>Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures.
However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.<br><br>Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan.
Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.<br></br></br><b>About BAE Systems, Inc.</b></br>BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions.
As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team - making a big impact on a global scale.
At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.<br><br>Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers.
We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.<br><br>This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days.
The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.<br><br>Multiple positions may be available on this opening.
From BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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