HRL Laboratories

Quantum Optics Masters Intern

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Malibu, CA

Hybrid

Computer Vision • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Semiconductor

Our technologies operate in space, on aircraft, in automobiles, and in a variety of consumer products.

The Role

Duration is 9 months at 40 Hours/Week

Essential Duties:

Perform cutting edge R&D under the supervision of staff scientists for next generation quantum photonic/electronic devices. Design, model, setup, and test of free-space and/fiber optic experiments.

Perform measurements, collect and summarize data, present and discuss data with other scientists.

Required Skills:

Some prior experience working with any of free-space/fiber optics, electronics, computer controlled experiments obtain through coursework, independent study, or other internships

Strong desire to learn and be trained in scientific laboratory techniques and experimental procedures

Coursework or equivalent experience in optics, lasers, quantum mechanics and similar

Programming in Matlab or Python highly desired

Working knowledge of free space optics, fiber optics, and rf-test equipment (spectrum analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes) is desired.

Must be able to work well in a dynamic team environment and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and organization skills

Must be proficient in use of computers, engineering work stations, and complex electronic equipment.

Required Education:

Current graduate or exceptional undergraduate student in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related discipline.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work safely in an optical testing laboratory.

Special Requirements:

U.S. citizenship

Compensation:

The pay range for this position $43 - $48 per hour.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific range during the hiring process.

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The Company

HQ: Malibu, CA

1,115 Employees

Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

HRL Laboratories, LLC, Malibu, California, (hrl.com) pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL is a source of innovations that advance the state of the art in profound and far-reaching ways.

Why Work With Us

Our success is the result of our collaborative team of researchers, many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for our customers, we are finding the unique opportunities in technology.