Job ID: 1909

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC),has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge DoD and intelligence 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.Interns will be paid a competitive monthly stipend and will be tasked with varying duties based on current projects, needed support, and development phase.

The Strategic and Military Space Division is looking foran exceptional Student Calibration Engineerfor a summer internship. This position will largely support optical system characterization efforts with an emphasis on instrument design, test, and operation for next generation 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 report generation.

This position has the potential of continued employment or transition to student/full-time employment.

Requirements * 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 U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain US Government security clearance Let us know in your application materials if you possess the following qualifications: * Experience collecting and processing optical laboratory data * Experience with optical calibration sources (integrating spheres, blackbodies, etc.) * Experience with high vacuum equipment and best practices Education * Must be pursuing a degree in optical science, engineering, physics, or a related laboratory field * Must be a junior, senior, or graduate student * 3.5 GPA minimum is required Interviews can occur any time within the hiring period, so we encourage you to complete and submit your application as early as possible. 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 internship 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