Space RF Systems Intern: DSP, Hardware & Test

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking an intern to join the RF Engineering Team in Laurel, MD. You will contribute to RF systems for spaceflight missions, collaborating with a multidisciplinary group to develop, integrate, test, launch, and operate RF components that enable these systems.

The role targets students pursuing Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent with a minimum 3.0 GPA and potential eligibility for a Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale is preferred.
• Interest in space-flight hardware, electronics design, DSP, integration and test.

Responsibilities

• Support RF terrestrial and space-based communications, radio-navigation, radiometric and remote sensing applications by developing DSP algorithms and robust hardware.
• Collaborate with engineers to design and deliver RF systems for spaceflight missions that perform reliably in harsh environments.

Skills

RF electronics

Digital signal processing

Space hardware

Education

Electrical/Computer Engineering degree

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking an intern to join the RF Engineering Team in Laurel, MD. You will contribute to RF systems for spaceflight missions, collaborating with a multidisciplinary group to develop, integrate, test, launch, and operate RF components that enable these systems.

The role targets students pursuing Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent with a minimum 3.0 GPA and potential eligibility for a Top Secret clearance.