MIT Lincoln Laboratory · 3 months ago
Engineer - Image Processing, Control Systems, and Astrodynamics
MIT Lincoln Laboratory specializes in the rapid design and prototyping of innovative electro-optic systems for the Department of Defense and NASA. They are seeking a highly motivated engineer with expertise in image processing, control systems, and astrodynamics to contribute to the design, development, and deployment of advanced aerospace systems in a collaborative environment.
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Responsibilities
Design, analyze, and implement algorithms in image processing, control systems, and/or astrodynamics
Develop models and simulations to evaluate system performance and mission concepts
Integrate software with hardware components, including sensors, actuators, and embedded platforms
Support test planning, execution, and data analysis for laboratory and field experiments
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to define requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver solutions
Qualification
Required
A deep technical foundation in astrodynamics, control systems and/or image processing
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
This is an on-site, collaborative role
Master's in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. In lieu of a Master's, a Bachelor's with 5 years of experience will be considered
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
Preferred
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop systems, sensors, and actuators
Prior work with space systems, autonomous vehicles, or robotics
Experience developing and testing embedded real-time control systems
Proficiency in C++, RUST and/or embedded systems programming
Background in sensor integration and data fusion
Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, or other modeling/simulation tools
Experience with optical systems (FPAs, lasers, lenses, etc.)
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
MIT-funded pension
Matching 401K
Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
Mentorship programs
A range of work-life balance options
... and much more!
Company
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center chartered to apply advanced technology to problems of national security.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
2023-12-20Grant· $0.25M
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