Next-generation Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Radio Frequency (RF) Micr[...]

ORAU; Adelphi (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ORAU is offering a MEMS research internship at the U.S. Army DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, MD. The internship focuses on developing advanced MEMS technologies used in Assured Positioning and Radio Frequency systems. Candidates should be pursuing an Electrical, Mechanical, or Materials Science degree and have strong lab experience.

Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a GPA of 3.50 or higher. The position is open to U.S. citizens only. Please contact [e-mail] for inquiries.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or Applied Physics.
• Foundational coursework in calculus, university physics, circuit theory.
• Experience with lab work in a work or school setting required.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate MEMS gyroscopes and accelerometers.
• Conduct research on MEMS technologies for PNT and RF systems.
• Maintain rigorous lab documentation and produce technical reports.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

FEA simulation

Data analysis using Python or MATLAB

Electrical characterization equipment

Lab work experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

COMSOL

ANSYS

Job description

Description

This opportunity is available at the U.S. Army DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory located at Adelphi, MD. The Advanced Photonics, Electronics & Quantum Sciences (APEQS) seeks candidates interested in future electronics technologies who have recently studied or are currently studying engineering or scientific disciplines. The research aims to advance next‑generation Assured Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Radio Frequency (RF) systems through the research, development, and analysis of specialized Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) technologies. The effort focuses on developing cutting‑edge MEMS gyroscopes, accelerometers, novel supporting electronics, advanced MEMS RF resonators, filters, tunable components, and ultra‑sensitive sensors to establish critical building blocks for compact, power‑efficient, high‑performance electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and characterize MEMS gyroscopes, accelerometers, and RF resonators.
• Conduct research, development, and analysis of MEMS technologies for PNT and RF systems.
• Develop simulation models and perform 3D CAD, FEA simulations, and data analysis.
• Maintain rigorous lab documentation and produce technical reports.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across materials, modeling, fabrication, and electronics.

Eligibility

• Experience with lab work in either a work or school setting.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Personal initiative.
• U.S. citizen.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this MEMS research internship should be an undergraduate pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or Applied Physics, supported by foundational coursework in calculus, university physics, circuit theory, and mechanics. Applicants who have completed advanced coursework in microelectronics or device physics and possess technical proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, FEA simulation (e.g., COMSOL or ANSYS), and data analysis using Python or MATLAB will be highly favored. Prior hands‑on experience with standard electrical characterization equipment, exposure to cleanroom microfabrication processes or materials metrology (such as SEM or AFM), and a strong capability for rigorous laboratory documentation and technical communication are also desirable.

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree.
• Minimum Overall GPA: 3.50
• Academic Level(s): Bachelor’s Degree (Journeyman Fellow) or Master’s Degree (Journeyman Fellow).
• Disciplines:
  • Chemistry and Materials Sciences (Analytical Chemistry, Bio‑inorganic Chemistry, Bio‑organic Chemistry, Biophysical Chemistry, Chemistry (General), Environmental Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Theoretical Chemistry)
  • Communications and Graphics Design
  • Computer, Information, and Data Sciences
  • Earth and Geosciences
  • Engineering
  • Environmental and Marine Sciences
  • Life Health and Medical Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics
  • Science & Engineering‑related
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences

Contact

Please email [e-mail] for questions about this opportunity.