About the role#
The Electronics for Contested Space Group works on electronic systems and technology to protect space capabilities. You will support the design and development of satellites, satellite payloads, and resilient space architectures. The team also works on sensitive radars, optics, and RF systems. You will assist in prototyping electronic systems, performing hardware-in-the-loop testing, and analyzing spacecraft mission dynamics.
What you'll do#
- Analyze, design, develop, and test resilient space systems and electronics.
- Perform electronics or RF design and electromagnetic analysis.
- Build and test hardware.
- Develop embedded systems.
- Conduct systems and data analysis.
- Automate testing processes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Completion of at least your sophomore year by the start of the co-op.
- A GPA of 3.6/4.0 or higher.
- Experience or coursework in areas such as analog/digital electronics, RF design, FPGA development, radar, signal processing, satellite subsystems, astrodynamics, or aerospace control.
- Familiarity with programming languages like C/C++, MATLAB, or Python.
- Experience with test automation tools like LabView or GPIB.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret DoD security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Massachusetts.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
About MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center. Founded in 1951, it focuses on technology development and system prototyping for national security. The organization is based in Lexington, Massachusetts. It employs over 4,000 people and works with industry partners to transition new concepts into deployed systems.
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