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Interns will work within multidisciplinary teams to address complex technical challenges across various domains, including optical engineering, radio frequency (RF) engineering, and space modeling and simulation. Responsibilities will be tailored to align with each candidate's background, academic focus, and professional interests.\nKey Responsibilities\nAs a Space Systems Engineering Intern, you may:\nCollaborate on advanced space systems projects focused on optical systems, RF communications, and modeling and simulation.\nAnalyze and research state-of-the-art system designs such as telescope image processing, laser communication links, radar systems, and antenna designs.\nDevelop and refine modeling and simulation tools to study issues such as orbital mechanics, RF behavior in space environments, space object tracking, and mission scenarios.\nResearch and evaluate new technology concepts, including advanced sensors, optical payloads, radar algorithms, and spacecraft subsystems.\nPerform trade studies, algorithm development, quantitative analyses, and system performance evaluations.\nTest and validate complex system models within various simulation and operational scenarios for enhanced accuracy and performance predictions.\nClearly communicate technical findings and solutions in the form of written reports, visualizations, briefings, and presentations.\n Qualifications\nU.S. citizen with an interest in pursuing roles requiring eligibility for a security clearance.\nActively pursuing a B.S. or M.S. degree in one of the following disciplines (depending on area of focus):Optical Systems Focus: Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Astronomy, or a related field.\nRF Systems Focus: Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.\nModeling & Simulation Focus: Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.\n\nDesired Skills and Experience\nRelevant experience (coursework, research, or projects) in one or more of the following areas, depending on focus:Optical Engineering: Telescope imaging, laser communication, focal plane electronics, and optical sensor technologies.\n RF Engineering: RF communication systems, radar engineering, synthetic aperture radar (SAR) processing, and antenna design.\nModeling & Simulation: Orbital mechanics, orbital propagation, sensor scheduling, access calculations, or space systems dynamics.\n\nProficiency in programming tools such as Python, MATLAB, C/C++, Java, R, or SQL.\nExperience with technical software tools such as:Optical Tools: MODTRAN, ENVI, ArcGIS, Zemax, or QTModeler.\nRF/Modeling & Simulation Tools: STK, FreeFlyer, Orekit, or similar applications.\n\nStrong problem-solving abilities, quantitative analysis skills, and an ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.\nStrong communication skills to effectively convey complex findings to technical and non-technical audiences.\nWhat We Offer\nReal-world, hands-on experience working on advanced space systems projects that have high mission impact.\nEngaging and collaborative work environment at the forefront of space innovation.\nOpportunities to learn from industry experts and gain valuable technical, analytical, and professional experience.\nThis role offers a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience across a range of cutting-edge technologies in the field of space systems engineering. 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