Ionospheric Research Assistant

3 weeks ago


Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States Space Dynamics Laboratory Full time

Job Title: Ionospheric Research Assistant

Job Description:

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an upper-level undergraduate student majoring in Physics or Engineering to join our team for the summer in Albuquerque, New Mexico. As an Ionospheric Research Assistant, you will be responsible for searching for and acquiring a large inventory of data from ionosonde stations in the mid- and high-latitude northern hemisphere. You will then use this data alongside ionospheric models to determine what auroral conditions were likely present when the data were taken. The data will be combined into a database that can be used for ongoing work at SDL.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Atmospheric or ionospheric modeling, simulation, or measurement
  • Data collection, visualization, and analysis
  • Development of analysis tools
  • Documentation of work
  • Collaborates with other scientists and engineers

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience with Python programming language
  • Experience creating and working with large datasets
  • Ability to work well with others on a team
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance

Useful Qualifications:

  • Experience with Linux
  • Experience creating databases
  • Knowledge of the aurora/ionosphere

Education:

  • Currently enrolled in Physics, Engineering, Space Science, Atmospheric Science, or similar program
  • Undergraduate Junior or Senior Student
  • 3.0 GPA minimum is required

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.

For more information about the Space Dynamics Laboratory, please visit our website.



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