Undergraduate Systems Engineer - Strategic Systems

Summer Internship Opportunity

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

The Production, Mission Operations and Enhancements Division division is seeking a highly-motivated undergraduate or graduate student for a full-time 3-month summer internship. This intern will support guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems test equipment tasks by assisting with development of strategic grade test equipment, test processes, plans, analysis and design.

Duties/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.

Program Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant's school schedule and availability.
• This position can be partially hybrid remote, however being in the office, when appropriate, is an important part of this experience.

Skills/Abilities

• 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.

Additional Job Description

• Develop system and subsystem test equipment or test equipment components
• Mechanical or electrical design of test equipment
• Hands on, in lab integration, testing and data analysis
• Assist with the integration of lab hardware and infrastructure
• Gain knowledge of GN&C systems from a test and evaluation perspective
• Develop test plans and procedures
• Analysis of system test failure reports
• Evaluate and research system integration and test architectures for future strategic systems and sensors

Required Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in engineering, computer science, math, or physics
• Basic programming skills in MATLAB, Python, Labview
• Comfortable using new software and tools

Any of the following additional qualifications would be highly desirable:

• Coursework in electrical, mechanical or software design
• Lab experience and hands on experience with network, logic analyzers, or other laboratory equipment
• System analysis or systems engineering coursework
• Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE), Simulink, real time simulation
• Integration and test experience
• Familiarity with Inertial Measurement Systems and Sensors
• Data Architecture, data acquisition, processing and analysis

Security Clearance Requirement

• Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance. Proof of U.S. citizenship is a primary requirement to be eligible for a U.S. government security clearance.

Job Location - City: Cambridge

Job Location - State: Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $15.00 - $225.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or 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.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.