Student: Embedded Software Engineering Assistant

Job ID: 2797

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking to immediately hire a university student to assist in cutting-edge research and developing new technologies for the Department of Defense and other government customers. This part-time position allows a student to gain valuable real-world engineering experience while enjoying flexible work hours that fit around your class schedule. Come and apply what you learn in lab and lecture to our unmanned aircraft system (UAS) projects!

The student hired for this role will be responsible for supporting our engineering staff in the Sensing and Autonomy branch. Work tasks will be assigned based on current program needs, but will likely include writing code for embedded devices, working with drones, and assisting engineers with their daily tasks.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a USU student pursuing a computer engineering,electrical engineering or CSdegree
• Linux experience
• Experience with electronics
• Loves to program
• Ability to meet student work schedule expectations (15-20 hours/week during school and up to 40 hours/week during breaks)
• Highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance

• Experience with drones (Pixhawk, Arducopter, MAVLink, etc.)
  • A Part 107 license is a plus!
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and embedded systems
• Strong C++ knowledge
• Experience soldering
• Knowledge of Git

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

Student Scholar Program:SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees, such as hands-on experience and our Student Scholar program. The Student Scholar program provides SDL student employees with opportunities to expand their knowledge, extend their work experience, and engage with the community.

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet