Undersea Acoustic & EM Sensor Systems Intern

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD, is seeking an intern to evaluate acoustic or electromagnetic sensors and to contribute to modeling sensor performance and data analysis. You will work with engineers and scientists bringing sensor concepts to reality to support homeland security.

You will contribute to undersea sensor performance evaluation, analyze sensor data with a team, and share results to help improve Navy sensor systems.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Physics, EE, ME, Ocean Eng or Applied Math.
• Interest in acoustic or electromagnetic wave propagation.
• Proficiency in MATLAB or Python.
• GPA 3.0/4.0 required; transcripts recommended.
• Eligible for Interim Secret clearance by start date and Secret clearance eventually; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating acoustic sensor systems for undersea projects.
• Collaborate with a team to analyze sensor data and compare results with models.
• Present findings to the team and contribute to system improvements for the U.S. Navy.

Skills

Data analysis

Sensor performance evaluation

Education

Degrees: Physics / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Ocean Engineering / Applied Mathematics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD, is seeking an intern to evaluate acoustic or electromagnetic sensors and to contribute to modeling sensor performance and data analysis. You will work with engineers and scientists bringing sensor concepts to reality to support homeland security.

You will contribute to undersea sensor performance evaluation, analyze sensor data with a team, and share results to help improve Navy sensor systems.