Student: Thermal Engineering Assistant Job at Space Dynamics Laboratory, North Logan, UT

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  • Space Dynamics Laboratory
  • North Logan, UT

Job Description

Job ID: 3022

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an undergrad student in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering to work with professional Mechanical Engineers and Scientists to design, analyze, manufacture, assemble, and test thermal hardware in the Civil Space (CVS) division.

The duration of employment is expected to begin as soon as possible and may continue until graduation assuming adequate performance and sufficient funding.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success. 

Major Responsibilities:
  • Designs and analyzes thermal parts for space flight hardware
  • Assists in assembly and thermal vacuum testing of thermal subsystems
  • Works under the direction of a full-time Mechanical Engineer
  • Students will be required to work graveyard shifts and weekends when certain testing requires it
  • Student employees will work 20 hours per week during the school year and up to 40 hours per week when school is not in session
Required Qualifications: 
  • Mus t be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person
  • Must be currently enrolled at USU pursuing a mechanical engineering or closely related degree with at least 2 years remaining in school (this includes graduate level students)
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision once trained
  • An understanding of when to seek direction in assigned tasks 
  • Ability to see tasks through to completion
  • Self-motivated, dependable, detail oriented
  • Ability to balance work and school responsibilities
  • Basic understanding of heat transfer by conduction and radiation
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to identify and work through problems that may arise
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MathCAD, and Solid Edge
  • Ability to work with other team members for completion of required tasks
Student Scholar Program:  SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees, such as hands-on experience and our Student Scholar program. The Student Scholar program provides SDL student employees with opportunities to expand their knowledge, extend their work experience, and engage with the community.

At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive compensation and wonderful benefits for student employees, including:
  • Schedule flexibility to accommodate class attendance
  • Mentorship opportunities and applicable hands-on experience
  • Access to free public transportation directly to USU campus (both the CVTD and Aggie Shuttle provide access to SDL)
  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Professional development opportunities

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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