The ISR Systems and Architectures group performs analysis and experimentation to develop concepts for filling critical gaps in U.S. Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. This work includes evaluating mission needs by considering future operational scenarios, and developing options for addressing these needs through advanced technologies and novel system concepts. Studies within the group can cover a broad range of technical areas, including advanced sensor systems, new platforms, communications, navigation solutions, and data exploitation approaches. The analyses performed by the group can lead to experimental test campaigns to collect data to verify modeling results and have also generated opportunities for hardware and software prototyping at Lincoln Laboratory. The analysis topics and questions are typically posed by senior leaders in the Air Force and the work for the group is briefed out widely to help inform critical decisions and impact future acquisitions.
The Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Systems and Architectures Group is seeking a summer intern to work on a project related to the modeling and analysis of ISR tactical systems. Specific areas of study include sensor systems, communication systems, navigation systems, or aircraft studies. The summer project will include the development of mathematical models of system performance based on physical principles and engineering, and the implementation of the models in the MATLAB programming language. The work will build upon existing physics-based simulations, data analysis, and/or algorithm assessments within the group. The summer intern will create and demonstrate one or more new modeling capabilities, and will use the models to perform analysis to answer a mission-relevant question. With the Group’s areas of study, summer projects can be adapted to match candidates’ unique interests or skills. The summer intern will work closely with a mentor from the ISR Systems and Architecture Group Technical staff.
The successful intern will be an undergraduate (sophomore year or higher) or graduate student (master’s degree or PhD candidate) with a major in physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aeronautics/astronautics, computer science, or software engineering. Experience with MATLAB or a similar programming language is required.
The Summer Research Program offers students the chance to apply their academic knowledge to real-world national security challenges while working alongside leading scientists and engineers. As an SRP intern, you’ll engage in hands-on research, receive dedicated mentorship, and take part in professional development opportunities including workshops, tech talks, and networking events—all while building connections within a vibrant community of peers.
Compensation
Hourly pay rates below are effective January 2025 – December 2025 and will be reviewed again for Summer 2026.
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
Requisition ID: 42462
...PackagingEngineer Coppell, TX (Fully onsite)12 months contract with the possible extension Role Overview: Thisrole is a packaging engineering position focused on structural packaging forcell phones, including unit boxes and master cartons. The engineer will...
...We are a fast-growing marketing and event communications team helping brands, nonprofits, and organizations increase visibility, engage... ...results that make an impact. We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level PR & Communications Assistant to join our dynamic team! No...
A leading tax advisory firm in San Francisco seeks a Tax Senior Manager specializing in Transfer Pricing. You will play a critical role in advising clients on tax compliance and developing transfer pricing methods. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in...
...Tik Tok . Job Description The Director, U.S. Policy will support the U.S. Policy & Analytics team, the Federal Government Affairs (FGA) team and the Business Evolution Strategy Development (BESD) team by monitoring, tracking, and analyzing key U.S. federal...
...InterpreterReports to: Human Resources/TrainingShift/Work Days: 1st ShiftResponsible for listening to, understanding, and translating spoken or written statements from Arabic to English.Responsibilities:Facilitate effective communication between two...