Electro-Optical / Calibration Engineer

The Space Dynamics Laboratory's (SDL) 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. Interns will be paid a competitive monthly stipend and will be tasked with varying duties based on current projects, needed support, and development phase.

Overview

The Strategic and Military Space Division is looking for an exceptional student Calibration Engineer for a summer position. This role will largely support optical system characterization efforts with emphasis on instrument design, test, and operation for next payloads for satellite systems. Other potential duties may include optical alignment, vacuum system maintenance and operation, space hardware thermal vacuum test support, data analysis, and reporting.

This position has the potential for continued employment or transition to student / full-time employment requiring security clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience in radiometric analysis
• Experience with data processing with common software tools (Excel, Python, Matlab, etc.)
• Experience with optical design
• Experience with optical alignment, testing, or other related hands-on optical laboratory work
• Experience with photodetectors and / or microbolometers
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to work closely in a team with students and professionals
• Ability to take initiative and ask questions
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential
• Must be a US person, lawful permanent resident of the US, or other US person

Let us know in your application materials if you possess the following qualifications :

Education

If you're unsure if you are qualified, we still want to hear from you! If you have a passion for problem-solving and learning, you could be a great fit for this role.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days. However, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

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

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