Summer Research Program Intern 2027, Advanced Capabilities and Technologies (Group 09-91)
About The Position
The Advanced Capabilities and Technologies Group researches and develops technology for advanced satellite systems that are used to monitor the activity of objects in space and to perform remote sensing of Earth. Our work focuses on the development of instruments, hardware, and algorithms that provide both space-based and ground-based systems with novel capabilities for detecting, tracking, and imaging objects in space and on Earth. We also manage the Lincoln Near-Earth Asteroid Research (LINEAR) program, which uses ground-based electro-optical sensors at a field site in Socorro, New Mexico, to find and catalog near-Earth objects, such as asteroids and comets. The group seeks Summer 2027 intern students to contribute to a number of challenging projects related to advanced capabilities for space systems. Each intern will be mentored by a technical staff member and work within a project team to develop new system concepts and technologies. Projects may involve: testing and characterization of components for a space payload, automation of high-speed instrumentation data collection and analysis, running modeling and simulation tools, operating flight systems in lab experiments, or development and implementation of data analysis algorithms.
Requirements
- Working toward a BS, MS, or PhD in mathematics, science, engineering, or related disciplines.
- Strong academic background.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work proactively and independently.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to challenging projects related to advanced capabilities for space systems.
- Be mentored by a technical staff member and work within a project team to develop new system concepts and technologies.
- Test and characterize components for a space payload.
- Automate high-speed instrumentation data collection and analysis.
- Run modeling and simulation tools.
- Operate flight systems in lab experiments.
- Develop and implement data analysis algorithms.
Benefits
- Housing support is available for eligible non-local interns.
- Access to discounted university housing in Boston.
- One-time taxable relocation payment.
- Complimentary daily shuttle transportation is provided from Boston-based housing to and from the Lab.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
