Intern - Controls & Instrumentation

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

As an Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) intern, you will work alongside engineers and scientists on hardware development, payload integration & operations, laboratory & test operations, modeling & simulation, space environments, scientific research and propulsion systems for programs like Human Landing Systems, Space Launch Systems and the International Space Station! Position Description: As a Controls and Instrumentation Intern you will perform C&I functions for space flight and non-space flight hardware for the NASA Propulsion Test branch at Marshall Space Flight Center. The C&I engineer will: Support senior engineers with the testing of launch vehicle systems, sub-systems and elements. Support senior engineers with the development of test article controls, instrumentation, and data systems. Support senior engineers with the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Facility Operation Procedures (FOPs), Facility Activation Plans (FAPs), and Data analyses. Job Duties will include: Coordination with NASA project level customers across organizations to ensure mission success. Work with a diverse team of civil servants and contractors to design, develop, setup, and perform propulsion and structural testing on space flight qualification hardware, and other mission critical hardware. Participate in safety meetings, task meetings, design reviews, and test readiness reviews as requested to support ASED and customer requirements. Develop and deliver reports and presentations as requested to support ASED and customer requirements via Power Point and other various software packages. Perform safety and certification training to support ASED and customer requirements. Expectations included in the ASED Internship: You are expected to have a valid driver’s license, have access to an automobile, and be able to drive yourself to work locations. You will be expected to attend MSFC facility scheduled tours, Technical Fellow talks, luncheons, and training sessions in addition to your work. We highly encourage you to participate in activities outside of work with your fellow interns. These activities will be scheduled, with your input, by your social coordinators and will be beneficial in forming a cohesive group and lasting friendships. Current enrollment in an Electrical Engineering program or related BS degree program is required. A junior/senior level is preferred. Attendance at an ABET accredited institution is desired. Must be able to provide own transportation. Proper ‘STAR-ID’ driver’s license for registration and admittance to Redstone Arsenal is required. The ideal candidate will be an engineer with the following skills: Experience with Microsoft Office products such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with PLCs development and operation is a plus. Familiarity with software development for GUIs is a plus. Familiarity in the use of data systems, pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, flowmeters and strain gages are a plus. Familiarity with OSHA and ANSI standards. Work Environment: Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%). NOTE: Due to COVID-19 Telework guidelines, home internet/WIFI, Phone access, etc. are required until further notice. Proof of COVID vaccination or COVID testing may be required to work onsite.

Requirements

Current enrollment in an Electrical Engineering program or related BS degree program is required.
A junior/senior level is preferred.
Attendance at an ABET accredited institution is desired.
Must be able to provide own transportation.
Proper ‘STAR-ID’ driver’s license for registration and admittance to Redstone Arsenal is required.
Experience with Microsoft Office products such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%).
Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%).
Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).
NOTE: Due to COVID-19 Telework guidelines, home internet/WIFI, Phone access, etc. are required until further notice.
Proof of COVID vaccination or COVID testing may be required to work onsite.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PLCs development and operation is a plus.
Familiarity with software development for GUIs is a plus.
Familiarity in the use of data systems, pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, flowmeters and strain gages are a plus.
Familiarity with OSHA and ANSI standards.

Responsibilities

Coordination with NASA project level customers across organizations to ensure mission success.
Work with a diverse team of civil servants and contractors to design, develop, setup, and perform propulsion and structural testing on space flight qualification hardware, and other mission critical hardware.
Participate in safety meetings, task meetings, design reviews, and test readiness reviews as requested to support ASED and customer requirements.
Develop and deliver reports and presentations as requested to support ASED and customer requirements via Power Point and other various software packages.
Perform safety and certification training to support ASED and customer requirements.