Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.
JOID assists the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in developing leading edge technologies to counter WMD in support of CCMDs and transitioning these technologies to military services and COCOMs. SPA provides expertise across the full range of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) WMD, Counter Improvised Threat and Countering Threat Network technologies to support understanding, detection, identification, characterization, denial, control, disabling, defeating, disposing, safeguarding the force, managing consequences, and test and evaluation in support of military and civilian operations.
We have a near-term need for a Test and Evaluation Intern to provide onsite support out of Albuquerque, NM (Kirtland Air Force Base).
ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is actively pursuing a Masters or PhD degree in Engineering, Physics or another STEM field to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of DTRA Research & Development programs concerning Test and Evaluation Technologies. The successful intern will be a quick learner and key contributor to analysis, projects, presentations and discussions.
This internship is primarily in office work with occasional telework allowed. Timeline for this job opportunity: We are currently accepting applications for this paid internship and will make offers contingent on the ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance for a summer 2025 start date.
QualificationsRequired:
Enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in Engineering, Physics, or another STEM field. Willingness to learn program/organizational processes and procedures.Demonstrate creative thinking and strong problem-solving skills.Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to delve into technical details and translate those into findings and recommendations.U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret or Top-Secret clearance.Desired:
Studying Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, RF Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or Aeronautical/Aerospace EngineeringFamiliarity with electromagnetic spectrum, RF (Radio Frequency) phenomenology, RF transmission, and signal analysisExperience with MatLab, Mathematica, or other engineering calculation softwareAlgorithm or coding capability, either for data analysis, data ingestion/collection, Fourier/spectral analysis, or sensor system integrationBackground with independent research, scientific experimentation, data anlysis, and report writing Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed SPA is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. It is, and will continue to be, the policy of the company to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability or genetics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMS
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