Stevens Institute of Technology Co-op: Electrical Engineering/Electro-Optics

SRI International; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

SRI International's Center for Advanced Imaging in Princeton, NJ seeks a fall co-op in Electrical Engineering to configure and run lab equipment, measure Electro-Optic performance of cameras and sensors, and document test procedures. You will gain hands-on experience with CCD/CMOS sensors and EO test equipment.

US citizenship is required. You must be a current Stevens Institute of Technology student, with familiarity in oscilloscopes, function generators, LabVIEW and MATLAB.

Qualifications

• Current Stevens Institute of Technology student available for the fall co-op cycle.
• Pursuing BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering or related field; desirable courses include semiconductor devices/fabrication, optics, or programming.
• US Citizenship required due to government requirements.
• Familiar with oscilloscopes and function generators.
• Previous experience in a laboratory environment.
• Strong PC skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure and run laboratory equipment to measure Electro-Optic performance of cameras and/or sensors.
• Document test procedures.
• Write simple LabVIEW control programs.
• Compile test data for review.
• Learn about CCD and CMOS imaging sensors and EO test equipment.

Skills

EO testing

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Oscilloscopes

PC proficiency

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Current Stevens Institute of Technology student

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

Job description

Overview

SRI International's Center for Advanced Imaging delivers unique state of the art imaging products for a variety of demanding applications that spans commercial spectroscopy instrumentation to custom space qualified focal planes for solar, planetary and terrestrial remote sensing applications. The Center for Advanced Imaging maintains a state-of-the-art products portfolio that includes real-time video processors, integrated video and sensor exploitation solutions, and instrumented training systems for government and commercial sectors.

This position will work onsite in our Princeton, NJ office.

Responsibilities

The co-op will configure and run laboratory equipment to accurately measure Electro-Optic performance of cameras and/or sensors, document test procedures, write simple Labview control programs, and compile test data for review. The intern will also have the opportunity to learn about CCD and CMOS imaging sensors and EO Test Equipment.

Qualifications

• Current Stevens Institute of Technology student available for the fall co-op cycle.
• Working towards a BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering or a related field. Desirable course studies include semiconductor devices/fabrication, optics, or computer programming.
• Due to government requirements candidates must be a US Citizen
• Familiar with common test equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators
• Previous experience in a laboratory environment
• Strong PC skills

Desired skills:

• Knowledge of imager characterization tests
• Knowledge of Electro Optic Principles and concepts with applications to imager and camera testing
• Knowledge of Labview, MATLAB

The salary range is: $20-$27/hr. Salary ranges will vary and are based on several factors, including geographic location, market competitiveness and equity amongst internal employees in similar roles. Positions may also qualify for SRI's Pay for Outstanding Performance program or the annual Performance Based Compensation program. SRI has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to https://www.sri.com/resources/benefits/

SRI International, an over 75-year strong pioneering research institute, has a rich history supporting government and industry. Our innovations have created new industries, billions of dollars in market value and lasting benefits to society. SRI is organized around broad disciplines and capabilities, with research and development divisions and labs to groups who excel at identifying new opportunities, developing products and creating custom solutions. Our organization is driven by impact - delivering unique solutions for the world's important challenges and transforming ideas into reality for clients and partners.