About the role#
NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center is looking for a Technical Information Specialist Intern to join the Acoustic Validation and Test Plan Execution team. You will support the X-59 QueSST mission, which aims to demonstrate that supersonic flight can produce a quiet thump instead of a loud sonic boom. This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Edwards, California, running from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support the execution of Phase 2 of the X-59 QueSST mission.
- Assess operational objectives and analyze measured flight datasets.
- Identify solutions for operational challenges.
- Investigate and evaluate the procurement of energy and resources for operations.
- Assist the field crew in preparing for flight deployments.
- Support field operations for the GRS.
What you'll need#
- You are an undergraduate senior or a community college student majoring in a STEM field like math, physics, or pre-engineering.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and Microsoft Gooey (Gooey.AI).
- Evidence of hands-on project or hobby experience.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team.
- You must be a United States citizen.
Location & details#
- Location: Edwards, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 13).
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Note: This position is unpaid and does not offer sponsorship.
About NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is a government agency founded in 1958. It conducts research and development in aeronautics, space exploration, and science. The organization operates from various locations across the United States, including its headquarters in Washington, DC. With over 53,000 employees, it manages missions involving rockets, spacecraft, and Earth observation.
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