About the role#
We are looking for students to join our multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers. You will support the development, testing, and analysis of advanced sensing and imaging technologies. This role provides exposure to research and development activities across hardware, software, and data analytics in support of national security applications.
What you'll do#
- Perform laboratory testing and characterization of imaging systems.
- Develop software tools and automation scripts.
- Collect and analyze data.
- Design experiments and perform modeling and simulation.
- Prepare technical documentation.
- Maintain accurate records and follow established procedures to deliver high-quality technical work.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program in Astronomy, Physics, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related STEM discipline.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience using scientific, engineering, or programming tools through coursework, research, or personal projects.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Ability to pass a criminal background screen and a Department of Transportation drug test.
- Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Experience with laboratory testing, optical systems, cameras, image sensors, or electro-optical hardware is preferred.
- Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ is preferred.
- Experience with data analysis, visualization, or statistical methods is preferred.
- Coursework or projects involving signal processing, image processing, computer vision, or machine learning is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Niwot, Colorado.
- This is a paid, full-time, temporary role with a rolling term.
About Areté
Areté is a computer and network security firm founded in 2015. Based in Boca Raton, Florida, the company provides incident response, digital forensics, and managed security services. It works with insurance carriers, law firms, and financial institutions to manage cyber threats and ransomware events. The firm employs over 500 people across multiple international locations.
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