Embedded Systems Engineer - Student Assistant

Space Dynamics Laboratory; North Logan (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Space Dynamics Laboratory is seeking an Electrical Engineering Assistant to work with the CVS Division, supporting development, assembly, integration, and testing of mission hardware. You will gain hands-on experience with embedded systems, Python data processing, and lab testing while collaborating with mentors on mission-focused projects.

The role emphasizes ownership of tasks, effective communication of results, and opportunities for growth toward full-time roles after graduation depending on

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security clearance.
• Must be currently enrolled at Utah State University pursuing a degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Must have at least one year of school remaining.
• Must be able to work 15-20 hours per week during school semesters and up to 40 hours per week during summer.
• Must be able to work effectively, both independently and as a team member.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with or completed coursework involving Python programming.
• Experience using Linux environments and basic command-line tools through coursework, projects, research, or prior employment.
• Desire to learn and improve.

Responsibilities

• Supports Linux-based embedded systems and hardware/software integration, including system configuration, testing, troubleshooting, networking, and interfacing with embedded hardware and peripheral devices
• Develops and uses Python scripts for engineering data processing, analysis, test automation, and visualization
• Assists engineers with circuit design, simulation, hardware assembly, integration, and testing
• Assists with troubleshooting electrical hardware, embedded systems, and laboratory test setups
• Supports engineering documentation, component and parts tracking, test documentation, and configuration management
• Participates in engineering reviews, laboratory testing, system integration, and hardware deliveries
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary engineering teams and works closely with engineering mentors while taking ownership of assigned tasks and communicating progress and results
• Other tasks as assigned

Skills

Python programming

Linux environments

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing a degree in electrical engineering or related field

Job description

Space Dynamics Laboratory is seeking an Electrical Engineering Assistant to work with the CVS Division, supporting development, assembly, integration, and testing of mission hardware. You will gain hands-on experience with embedded systems, Python data processing, and lab testing while collaborating with mentors on mission-focused projects.

The role emphasizes ownership of tasks, effective communication of results, and opportunities for growth toward full-time roles after graduation depending on