About the role#
This is a full-time, on-site internship based at the Marshall Space Flight Center. You will support the fabrication of 1D lobster eye X-ray optics designed for X-ray astronomy. This role requires daily in-person attendance in a laboratory setting.
What you'll do#
- Assemble X-ray optical systems.
- Perform thin-film coating and characterization tasks.
- Calibrate optics using the MSFC X-ray beam line.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate junior, senior, or graduate student (Master's or Doctoral).
- Academic background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics.
- Genuine interest in hands-on laboratory work.
- Experience with Python or Matlab is preferred.
- Must be a United States citizen.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntsville, Alabama.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027).
- Work Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- This position is paid.
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