Space Surveillance Radar R&D Co-Op

MIT Lincoln Laboratory; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advanced Sensors and Techniques Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory is seeking a Co-Op student to design, develop, test, and integrate next‑generation radar systems for space surveillance. You will work with scientists and engineers to prototype innovative technologies in a fast‑paced environment.

Strong collaboration, communication skills, and proficiency with MATLAB or Python are essential. Occasional travel to test sites may be required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited technical field (EE, Physics, CE, Aerospace).
• Completed at least 2 years of undergraduate study before employment.
• Interest or experience in RF, radar, or EO systems and circuit testing.

Responsibilities

• Assist design, development, test, and integration of next‑gen radar sensors.
• Prototype and demonstrate technologies in rapid prototyping environments.
• Collaborate in multi‑disciplinary teams and communicate results clearly.
• Occasional travel to remote test sites may be required.

Skills

Remote sensing

RF systems

Antenna testing

Circuit design

Signal processing

Laboratory instrumentation

Orbital mechanics

Programming: MATLAB/Python

Education

Undergraduate studies in EE/Physics/CE/Aerospace

2+ years of undergraduate study completed

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Vector Network Analyzers

Power supplies

Job description

The Advanced Sensors and Techniques Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory is seeking a Co-Op student to design, develop, test, and integrate next‑generation radar systems for space surveillance. You will work with scientists and engineers to prototype innovative technologies in a fast‑paced environment.

Strong collaboration, communication skills, and proficiency with MATLAB or Python are essential. Occasional travel to test sites may be required as part of the role.