Electro-Optical Engineer Intern
Space Dynamics Laboratory
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About the Role
- Position: Electro-Optical Engineer Intern
- Company: Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL)
- Duration: Summer 2027 internship
- Location: North Logan, Utah (onsite support required)
- Dates: No later than Monday, June 7th, for up to 12 weeks.
Key Responsibilities
- Support optical system characterization and calibration, with an emphasis on testing and evaluating next-generation sensor payloads for space applications.
- Assist in laboratory characterization and Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) testing.
- Operate flight camera hardware across extreme temperature ranges and simulated space vacuum environments.
- Actively participate in test setup, data collection, data reduction/analysis, and documentation.
- Additional opportunities may include optical alignment, stray light evaluation, and vacuum system operations and maintenance.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Programming: Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for multidimensional array manipulation, image processing, and automated image reduction/analysis pipelines.
- Optical/Lab Skills: Familiarity with optical alignment, benchtop testing, or general laboratory procedures (e.g., gained through physics/optics lab courses, university research, or student payload projects).
- Physics Principles: Core understanding of visible and/or thermal infrared principles (e.g., radiometric measurements, Planck’s Law, blackbody radiation).
- Communication: Strong verbal and written technical communication skills, with a track record of collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Work Ethic: Demonstrated initiative to work independently, manage task priorities, and ask clarifying questions.
- Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Qualifications
- Education: Must be pursuing a degree in optical science, engineering, physics, or related laboratory field.
- Academic Standing: Must be a junior, senior, or graduate student.
- GPA: 3.0 GPA minimum is required.
- Passion: Passion for problem-solving and learning.