Job ID 9754

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge NASA and DOD programs for over six decades.

SDL’s internship program provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to get involved with state-of-the art technologies in space, airborne, and ground based systems. With the support of engineers and mentors, interns are able to work on professional level assignments that complement their academic studies. The program also includes training workshops, networking opportunities, and a variety of summer events and activities.

The Strategic and Military Space Division is seeking a graduate-level physics or engineering student to support the Geospace Environment Impacts and Applications program for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) located at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, NM. SDL is investigating the ionosphere and its impact on defense-related systems through basic research and applied science. Interns will be tasked with varying duties based on current projects, needed support, and development phase. Work related topics could include ionospheric theory, radio frequency engineering, signal processing, software development, radio propagation, and plasma physics.

Key Responsibilities/Qualifications:

• Atmospheric or ionospheric modeling, simulation, and measurement
• Developing state-of-the-art or proof of concept ground and in-situ instrumentation or sensors
• Data collection, data compression/decompression, data visualization, data exploitation, and data analysis
• Upgrade, refurbishment, or repair of ground-based sensors
• Development of control software and analysis tools
• Code analysis

Required Qualifications:

• Familiarity with basic atmospheric or ionospheric measurement techniques
• Competency in a common programming language and analysis tool (e.g., Python, Julia, C )
• Able to work effectively both independently and as a team member and the ability to be productive in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, this position may require exposure to information which is subject to US export control regulations, i.e. the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Education:

• Physics, Engineering, Space Science, Atmospheric Science, or applicable degree
• Graduate student (e.g. MS, ME, PhD)
• 3.0 GPA minimum is required

Intern Hiring Period

Oct 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2023

• Interviews can occur any time within the hiring period, so we encourage you to complete and submit your application as early as possible.
• Our goal is to notify all applicants of their status by January 31, 2023.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA’s vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense’s aim to protect our Nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you’ve heard of, and others that you haven’t. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet