Overview:
Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.
Job Description Summary:
Draper's Perception and Embedded Machine Learning Group seeks a motivated undergraduate intern to help us develop, integrate, and deploy advanced perception systems enabling autonomous vehicles and robots to operate in complex environments such as underwater, ground, air, and space. Examples of previous systems developed by our group include vision-based Terrain Relative Navigation (TRN) for guided parafoils or spacecraft landing, vision-aided inertial navigation for UAVs, localization systems for teams of soldiers, and real-time 3D mapping.Duties may include algorithm development, test support, data analysis, and software development for autonomous air, space, ground, or underwater systems. The candidate should be capable of quickly learning to work with complex codebases, analyzing data from simulation and field tests, and effectively working within multi-disciplinary teams.
Job Description:
Duties/ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.Â
Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support.
Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.
Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Program RequirementsEnrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.
There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant’s school schedule and availability.
Skills/AbilitiesExcellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Additional Job Description:
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
B.S (in progress) in Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field of studyInterest and relevant experience or coursework in at least one the following: autonomous vehicle systems, machine vision, robotic perception, robotic autonomy, multi-robot systems, or machine learningProgramming experience in C/C++ or PythonExperience working in a Linux development environment and with Robot Operating System (ROS)Good written and spoken communication skillsStrong teamwork and collaboration skills with a willingness to learn from othersPreferred Qualifications:
Experience working as a member of a multi-developer team using collaboration tools such as GitAlgorithm and software development and integration experience for autonomous systemsExposure to stochastic estimation techniques (e.g., Kalman filters, Particle filters, etc.)Connect With Draper for Future Opportunities! If you don't find the right posting in our Career Opportunities, you may submit your resume for future consideration.
Job Location - City:
CambridgeJob Location - State:
MassachusettsJob Location - Postal Code:
02139-3563Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.