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Draper · 2 days ago

Aiding Technologies Integration & Test Intern

Cambridge, MA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$15/hr - $225/hr

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The role involves developing test concepts, plans, and procedures, as well as conducting data processing and analysis for system performance verification.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems

Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support

Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process

Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Test software developmentData analysisTest equipmentElectrical EngineeringEmbedded firmwareMATLABPythonComputer skillsCommunicationTeam collaborationAdaptability

Required

Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required

Must be a U.S. citizen

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment

Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities

Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Ideal candidate will be a self-directed learner comfortable working in a faced-paced environment and must have a clearly exceptional academic record

Outstanding written and oral communication skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, are essential

Ability to effectively present results in both formal and informal settings

Experience working with commercial electronic test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, function generators, etc.)

Preferred

Experience with the following: sensors, microelectronics, digital design, autonomous systems, guidance/navigation/control, avionics, astrophysics, mixed-signal electronics, communication protocols, embedded firmware

Experience working with and interpreting design documentation (e.g., assembly drawings and parts lists, fabrication drawings, design descriptions, electrical schematics)

Experience with any of the following tests: Electrical Overstress (EOS), Environmental Stress Screening (ESS), Accelerated Life Test (ALT), burn-in, latch-up, workmanship, ESD/EMI/EMC susceptibility, vibration, shock, pressure, temperature, and relative humidity

Experience interfacing with, operating, and troubleshooting environmental test equipment (rate tables, shakers, impact testers, thermal, humidity, and pressure chambers)

Experience integrating hardware and software components for complex systems

Experience automating and optimizing test infrastructure and data analysis tools

Familiarity with DOORS, LabView, MATLAB, Python, SysML, Jira, Git, Linux

Benefits

Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Company

Draper

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We Engineer Solutions for the Nation’s Toughest Problems As an independent nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper provides engineering services directly to government, industry, and academia.

Founded in 1938