RF Seekers Undergraduate Placement 2023 at MBTA

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

MBTA Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defence, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Working towards a degree in physics, engineering, electronics, mathematics, or a related subject
  • Willing to learn and comfortable taking the initiative to tackle technical issues
  • “Good Scientists” with an open and transparent, evidence-based approach

Responsibilities

  • System simulation and modelling
  • Algorithm development
  • Design and test of electronic and RF circuits
  • Hardware and software integration
  • Signal processing and data analysis
  • Performance analysis, requirements and specifications
  • Electromagnetic simulation
  • Experimental lab testing
  • Field trials including flight trials and firing trial preparation
  • Image processing and ray tracing
  • Production support
  • New business and bid management

Skills

RF Circuits
Signal Processing
Algorithm Development
System Simulation
Electromagnetic Simulation
Hardware Integration
Software Integration
Radar Seekers
Image Processing
Data Analysis
Performance Analysis
Field Trials

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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