Guidance, Control and Navigation Engineer - Summer Placement at MBTA

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Currently studying towards a Degree in a Physics, Mathematical Sciences, Engineering or Computing discipline

Responsibilities

  • Receive support and mentorship to develop skills including coding and modelling, mathematics, flight dynamics and control theory, utilising tools such as MATLAB/SIMULINK daily
  • Work alongside other departments to increase knowledge on the complexities of a missile, including propulsion, aerodynamics, seekers, sensors and actuators
  • Broaden technical knowledge of the design and function of a complex weapon system
  • Gain visibility of a wide range of work, from researching and developing futuristic technologies through to being on the design team for current high-profile projects
  • Experience work within one of the many international teams in MBDA, with the GCN function in Paris and Rome (whilst based in the UK)
  • Get involved with integrated navigation, such as 'Terrain Reference Navigation', 'GPS integration', and ‘Image Based Navigation’
  • Get involved with autopilot and control system design and analysis, including dual-mode control, thrust vector control, etc
  • Get involved with algorithms for mid-course guidance, terminal guidance, target tracking and selectivity
  • Get involved with data fusion to combine data from multiple sensors, for example, radars, seekers, IMUs, etc
  • Get involved with implementing AI techniques including neural networks and deep learning to improve traditional GCN algorithms and solve new challenges
  • Get involved with designing autonomous decision-making systems for use in complex collective missions

Skills

Guidance Algorithms
Control Algorithms
Navigation Systems
Autopilot Design
Sensor Fusion
Coding
Mathematical Modelling
Algorithm Development

MBTA

Public transit services in Greater Boston

About MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) offers public transit services in the Greater Boston area, including subways, buses, commuter rails, and ferries. It generates revenue through fare collection, providing various products like single-ride tickets, monthly passes, and the CharlieCard for convenient payment. The MBTA stands out by offering a comprehensive range of transit options and continually improving service quality and accessibility. Its goal is to enhance the customer experience while serving the transportation needs of the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1964Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public SectorIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans

Risks

Accessibility concerns with Green Line 'supercars' may lead to public dissatisfaction.
'MBTA Go' app could face technical issues affecting user satisfaction.
North Station bridge project may encounter construction delays or budget overruns.

Differentiation

MBTA offers a comprehensive range of transit services in Greater Boston.
The agency provides specialized passes for flexible and convenient travel options.
MBTA's CharlieCard system simplifies fare payment for frequent commuters.

Upsides

Federal funding supports infrastructure projects like the North Station bridge replacement.
The 'Tap to Ride' system modernizes and streamlines fare collection processes.
NextGen Bus Navigation Pilot Program aims to improve bus route efficiency.

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