Engineering Assistant: Hands-On Hardware & Software Testing

Space Dynamics Laboratory; North Logan (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an Engineering Assistant who is a Utah State University student in electrical, computer engineering, or computer science. The role supports data pipelines, hardware/software test procedures, and documentation while collaborating with engineers.

The position offers hands-on experience in a supportive team, with training provided and potential summer hours up to 40 per week. DoD clearance eligibility (U.S. citizenship) is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Must be a Utah State University student pursuing a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science.
• Familiarity with reading electronic schematics, hardware/software test procedures, networking, FPGA programming, and Python/C/C++/JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Supports development, monitoring, and troubleshooting of data pipelines and processes.
• Assists with development of automated hardware and software test procedures.
• Assists with assembly, test, and validation of electrical hardware.
• Creates and maintains documentation.
• Collaborates with hardware and software engineers on ongoing projects.
• Supports testing and debugging, documenting problems and applying fixes.
• Proactively learns new tools and technologies to develop skills.

Skills

Reading schematics

Hardware testing

Software testing

Networking

FPGA programming

Python

C

C++

JavaScript

Education

USU student in electrical/computer engineering or computer science

Job description

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an Engineering Assistant who is a Utah State University student in electrical, computer engineering, or computer science. The role supports data pipelines, hardware/software test procedures, and documentation while collaborating with engineers.

The position offers hands-on experience in a supportive team, with training provided and potential summer hours up to 40 per week. DoD clearance eligibility (U.S. citizenship) is required for consideration.