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　　Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

　　We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

　　We have an exciting opportunity for an Audio/Acoustics Engineer Intern - Space Exploration Avionics Systems to join the team with ourOperations & Test Division.

　　This is a temporary role not to exceed 12 weeks.

　　­­­­As an Audio/Acoustics Engineer Intern – Space Exploration Avionics Systems you will:

　　Report directly to the Electronics and Electrical Section Manager as part of a group of over 45 other Electronics and Electrical Engineers

　　Work with other engineers in support of the Avionics Division at NASA Johnson Space Center

　　Work in a laboratory environment, following standard operating procedures

　　Tasks include the following within the scope of the Audio domain:

　　Manage requirements, including integrated analysis and decomposition

　　Design, implement, test, and communicate audio systems

　　Develop documentation, including interface requirements documents, test plans, concepts of operations, and detailed specifications

　　Conduct trade studies to inform decision-making

　　Identify, communicate, and track risks, and implement mitigation strategies

　　Generate presentation material and review materials associated with project milestones

　　Maintain relationships with a diverse technical team, including personnel from engineering, safety, flight operations, crew office, and module providers

　　Coordinate with Audio/Acoustic Leadership team for all activities above​

　　Perform other duties as required

　　Here's What You'll Need:

　　Requisition Qualifications:

　　Currently enrolled at an accredited university

　　Completed at least 45 credit hours

　　Minimum of 2.8 GPA

　　Prior employment, internship, or upper division lab-work with electronics design experience

　　Strong interest in Audio/Acoustic Engineering for space-exploration

　　Understanding of acoustics and electro-acoustics (fields, absorption, waveguides, transducers)

　　University project experience in audio, acoustic or electronics design

　　Must be dependable, highly motivated and self-directed with a growth mindset, strong aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills along with an aptitude to grow and develop within the field

　　Capable of taking direction and improvement feedback from team lead, mentors, section managers and project managers

　　Capacity to understand technical subjects and strong ability to research/solve problems

　　Initiative to embrace the work and strong sense of ownership

　　Strong time management, organizational skills and attention to detail

　　Ability to work independently and in a team

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　Strong analytical and mathematic skills

　　Demonstrated leadership skills

　　Requisition Preferences:

　　One to Two semesters away from graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Physics degree from an accredited program.

　　Courses in signal processing and or acoustics (radar or sonar also good)

　　Familiarity with Audio processing equipment, Acoustic Lab electronics and field0test/measurement equipment (Audio analyzers, function generators, TEF, anechoic chamber, speakers, audio/power amplifiers, filters, directional microphones, beam-forming array microphones, microphone pre-amps, mixers, recorders, equalizers, cross-overs, pistonphones, accelerometers and calibration, etc…)

　　Familiarity with 1/n octave band Real Time Analyzer (RTA)

　　Understanding of sound measurement techniques (Sound level meters and standards)

　　Understanding of psychoacoustics and human hearing (linear vs. A-weighting, loudness/NC curves, masking and effects of noise)

　　Understanding of microphone and loudspeaker sensitivity, directivity, etc.

　　Understanding of acoustic absorption, noise control/reduction, acoustic echo cancelation, speech processing, enhancement and recognition techniques

　　Understanding of acoustic field modeling/simulation and control techniques

　　Basic electronic design, analysis, troubleshooting, and electrical/radio noise (ground loops, induction, others)

　　Experience with Data collection and Analysis (time-series, filtering, correlation, power spectra)

　　Time and frequency-domain data analysis

　　Familiarity with MATLAB/OCTAVE, SYSNOISE acoustics and COMSOL multiphysics software or similar

　　Familiarity with audio editing software (e.g. Audacity)

　　Experience with C/C++, Python programming

　　Experience with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and FPGA device/programming

　　Experience with signal processing algorithm programming (digital filters, adaptive algorithms, compression/encoding, etc…)

　　Familiarity with TI Code Composer Studio Integrated Development Environment

　　Familiarity with architecture of TI 67xx DsP family

　　Familiarity with TI DSP McASP digital interface

　　Understanding of I2S digital audio standards

　　Familiarity with Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP)

　　Proficient in MS Office programs, particularly MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word,OneNote and Outlook

　　Why Join Our Team?

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　　Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

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　　In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

　　Excellent personal and professional career growth

　　9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

　　Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

　　Much, much more!

　　For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

　　Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.

　　Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

　　Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

　　Essential Functions

　　Work Environment

　　Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

　　Physical Requirements

　　Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

　　Equipment and Machines

　　Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

　　Attendance

　　Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

　　Other Essential Functions

　　Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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