Group 99 Summer Research Program Intern

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Lexington, United States MIT Lincoln Laboratory Full time


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Group 99--Summer Research Program Intern (Advanced Electro-Optical Systems)

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Date: Nov 7, 2024


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Lexington, MA, US


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MIT Lincoln Laboratory

The Advanced Electro-Optical Systems Group specializes in the rapid design and prototyping of innovative electro-optic systems that address challenges facing the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, NASA, and other U.S. government entities. The group maintains broad expertise in satellite systems, electro-optical and infrared sensors, charge-coupled devices, electronics, image processing, and low-size/weight/power optical communications systems. The vertically-integrated group leverages this core expertise to architect, design, prototype, and deploy hardware and software systems in support of mission needs. Emphasis is on working closely with end users to develop enabling concepts, then building and fielding integrated systems on responsive timelines. The group seeks self-motivated engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary skill sets and a passion for prototyping systems that address critical national needs.

Job Description

We are seeking highly motivated students with a passion for learning, exploration, and solving complex problems. Participants will contribute to ongoing research, hardware & software prototyping, and supporting operational systems critical to national security. Examples of past projects led by participants include:

  • Software optimization of image processing algorithms for novel space systems


  • FPGA Implementation of a data serialization and laser modulation solution


  • High-fidelity software simulation of a stellar imaging system


  • Prototyping of a novel, sensorless, brushless DC motor control testbed and algorithm for precision pointing applications


  • Characterization of a neuromorphic camera and exploration of novel capabilities enabled by this type of sensor


  • Research into and modeling of reflectivity metrics for various space materials


Core Candidate Requirements

  • Pursuing a degree in STEM or another relevant field


  • Prefer at least 2 years of undergraduate study (or equivalent) prior to employment


  • U.S. citizenship


  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance


Ideal Candidates will have experience with skills from any of the following sections:

Embedded Systems

  • VHDL or Verilog


  • Simulation tools and frameworks (e.g., Modelsim)


  • Microcontrollers


  • Real Time Operating Systems such as Zephyr or FreeRTOS


  • Serial protocols such as SPI, i2c, PCIe, etc.


Software

  • Programming Languages: C++, Rust, Python


  • Databases: SQL, Non-relational


  • Familiarity with version-control systems


  • Design concepts and patterns


Electrical Design & Validation

  • Familiar with design tools such as Altium, Xpedition, or KiCAD


  • Circuit simulation


  • Familiar with benchtop testing equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Digital Logic, Spectrum, and Vector Network Analyzers


Controls, System Modeling, & Simulation

  • Dynamical systems modeling, using differential and/or difference equations


  • Mathematical tools, including linear algebra, Fourier analysis, Laplace and Z transforms, transfer functions


  • Continuous- and/or discrete-time signal processing


  • Classical and/or modern control theory (e.g., Bode plots, Nyquist stability criterion, LQR, Kalman filters, etc.)


Physics/Optics

  • Ray and diffractive optics


  • Optical system design


  • Exposure to image processing techniques



  • Orbital mechanics


Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

Requisition ID: 41403



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