What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Equipment Development Beaver Works Intern position at Draper Labs?
Overview :
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. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.
Job Description Summary :
Do you want to help innovate solutions to some of our nation's most pressing military and space technology challenges?
The Production, Mission Operations and Enhancements Division is seeking a highly-motivated student for a 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.
Tasking could include :
- Develop system and subsystem test equipment or test equipment components
- Assist with the Mechanical or electrical design of test equipment
- Hands on, in lab integration, testing, post-processing 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 failures and creation of performance reports
- Evaluate and research system integration and test architectures for future strategic systems and sensors
Job Description :
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.
There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant's school schedule and availability.
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 :
Required qualifications
Any of the following additional qualifications would be highly desirable :
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Job Location - City :
Cambridge
Job Location - State :
Massachusetts
Job Location - Postal Code :
02139-3563
Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. 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. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com / careers.
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