2027 Internship - Sensor Systems Engineering

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory • Laurel, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This internship offers an opportunity to learn about radar and other sensor systems, and to contribute to the development, test, and integration of next-generation sensor systems for national defense. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers, physicists, mathematicians, and scientists.

As a member of the team, you will have the chance to develop and analyze models of next-generation radar and sensor systems, prototype novel signal processing algorithms, use machine learning techniques to augment capabilities, fabricate test fixtures, apply data science and machine learning to large datasets, and test radar systems to ensure they meet requirements.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree program in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, Applied Physics, Applied Math, Math or another related technical field.
• Passion for problem solving and analysis.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.

Nice To Haves

• Previous internship experience in radar or sensors
• Possess a Secret level security clearance

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze models of next generation radar and sensor systems
• Prototype novel signal processing algorithms to be deployed by our military
• Use machine learning techniques to augment current and future capabilities
• Fabricate test fixtures to support test events
• Apply data science and machine learning to complex, large scale datasets
• Test radar systems to assure that they meet requirements

Benefits

• Robust education assistance program
• Unparalleled retirement contributions
• Healthy work/life balance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Training and development

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern