College Student - Technical - N3

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At Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and they make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. We provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life in and outside of work.

Are you an emerging engineering generalist? As a Research Engineer Intern at Spectrum Systems Laboratory (SSL) in Eagan, MN, your day-to-day responsibilities vary based on the needs of our programs. We pride ourselves in the flexibility we give to our engineers to pursue research that is of interest to them and give opportunities for engineers to grow and learn about what others in the lab are doing. Interested candidates must have ability to obtain a security clearance. Based on our current needs, your skills and the skills you wish to acquire, you could be tasked with any of the following:

• The design, code and test of software for digital and RF/analog advanced state-of-the-art receivers, transmitters, and antennas
• Architecting and implementing data engineering pipelines in support of automated analysis of machine learning, sensor processing, and target tracking research prototypes over large data sets.
• Utilize fundamentals to analyze, debug, and integrate RF processing and target tracking software.
• Lead and/or support research projects to innovate and provide new/novel solutions for novel problems.
• Participate in large-scale field tests where our systems are tested on the ground, at sea, and in the air on commercial or military assets.

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or equivalent
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Software development or scientific computing (Python and/or C/C++ preferred)
- Data analysis and visualization (MATLAB, Python, Excel, or similar tools)
- CAD, rapid prototyping, microcontrollers, or experimental hardware
- Digital signal processing, FPGA development, or digital design
• Good team working, communication, and collaboration skills

Desired Skills

Desired skills could include the following:

Software/Algorithms
• Python or MATLAB for data analysis, automation, modeling, or visualization
• Familiarity with machine learning algorithms, sensor processing, or data pipelines
• Interest in modern wireless communication techniques and protocols

Embedded/Hardware
• CAD design and prototyping experience (e.g., SolidWorks, 3D printing, or related tools)
• Experience with experimental hardware, laboratory measurements, or test equipment
• Familiarity with microcontrollers, embedded C/C++, software-defined radios, RF test equipment, or RF circuit design
• Background in physics, materials characterization, aerospace systems, or related hands-on research