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HWIL & Real Time Simulation Intern

Draper
Cambridge, MA Intern
POSTED ON 2/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/2/2025
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

Gain experience for your career in the Draper Simulation Laboratory!

The Draper Hardware in the Loop Simulation Group is responsible for designing and developing dynamic simulations and infrastructure for rapid assessment, integration, and test of complex systems. Some of our projects focus on the development of software based simulations of cutting edge aerospace systems. Other projects focus on building and utilizing high-fidelity real time simulations of new avionics components, flight computers and Inertial Measurement Units.

We are seeking a summer intern with skills applicable to developing software models in MATLAB, Simulink and C and executing real time simulations in a Linux environment. Students will learn while participating in a range of activities from vehicle modeling, real time software development, automatic code generation, software application integration, data analysis, to test plan specification and integration. Development will take place in a fast paced team environment with an opportunity to work on a range of projects critical for our nation’s defense.

Duties/Responsibilities

Job Description:

  • 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:

Student currently working toward a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Due to the nature of Draper's work, US citizenship is required

Ability to work and succeed within a process-oriented team

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have one or more of the following skills:

MATLAB and Simulink experience

At least one semester studying Object Oriented Programming with C

Familiarity with aerospace systems and related sciences

Interest in the Linux Operating System, installing, administering, modifying the Linux OS.

Understanding Bash scripting, SSH, and Linux based developer tools

Computer graphics, visualization and/or gaming engine experience

This position and/or the facilities in which its duties will be performed are subject to national security programs imposed and administered under U.S. statutes. Therefore, pursuant to 42 U.S.C.

  • 2000e-2(g), this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens, and applicants with dual citizenship may not be considered.

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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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.

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