Research Intern

Description

The Aerostar Radar Division is seeking a Research Engineer Intern to support radar research and engineering projects through quantitative analysis, programming, and data processing. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and/or engineering, an aptitude for technical problem-solving, and the curiosity and initiative to learn new concepts and skills.

Essential Functions:

• Perform radar data analysis, processing, and management in support of assigned research and engineering projects.


• Develop and apply computational tools and analytical methods to investigate technical problems, evaluate results, and communicate findings.


• Demonstrate the ability to quickly learn and apply new technical concepts, methods, and skills.


• Work closely with assigned manager and mentor to successfully complete internship project(s).


• Provide periodic progress updates and communicate technical findings to managers and peers.


• Support additional technical assignments of comparable complexity outside the primary project scope, as needed.


• Attend intern training and educational seminars.


• Prepare and deliver an end-of-summer presentation summarizing internship projects and results.

Education and Experience:

• Current college student or recent graduate pursuing or holding a bachelor’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical field.


• Preferred coursework includes many of the following: general physics, electromagnetics, computational physics or mathematical methods of physics, single- and multivariable calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, complex analysis, probability, statistics, signals and systems, digital signal processing, and programming in MATLAB, Python, or C++.


• Understanding of or willingness and to learning about coordinate systems, coordinate transformations, and the Fourier transform.


• Experience with MATLAB or a comparable scientific programming language, such as Python, and a willingness to develop proficiency in MATLAB.


• Experience with C++ is a bonus but not required.


• Familiarity with or ability to develop proficiency in Linux GUI and command line interface.


• Strong analytical reasoning, mathematical aptitude, and creative problem-solving skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical methods and results.


• Adaptability, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to learn independently and collaboratively.


• Must be a U.S. Person.