GN&C Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Intern (Summer 2027)

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA offers a summer internship for an Engineering or Science undergraduate focused on mathematical modeling, simulation and analysis of dynamic systems. You will join a team of engineers and scientists, collaborate across disciplines, and gain hands-on experience with inertial and other navigation sensors and guidance systems.

Responsibilities include designing, developing and enhancing engineering solutions, implementing and testing them, producing comprehensive test reports

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Flexibility in hours and program duration based on school schedule.
• Strong analytical modeling, simulation, or programming skills preferred.
• Knowledge of MATLAB/SIMULINK or Python is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Implement, test, analyze, and document results.
• Generate test reports with plots, tables, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Work ethic

Adaptability

Analytical thinking

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate student

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

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:

This summer intern opening is for an Engineering or Science undergraduate interested in mathematical/software modeling, simulation and analysis. In this position you will work with a team of engineers that evaluate the performance of dynamic systems. Collaborate with designers of these systems and learn about inertial and other navigation sensors and how guidance systems work.

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:

Candidate must like working on and solving analytical/mathematical based problems. Knowledge of modeling/simulation and algorithm/software design concepts is desired. Familiarity with the use of scripting/modeling tools such as MATLAB/SIMULINK or PYTHON is highly desired.

Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$20.00 - $45.00

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