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Form of workAnalytical Mechanics Associates, Inc., (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business specializing in aerospace engineering, business analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies and visualization to build creative solutions. Headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Santa Clara and Mountain View, CA; Edwards Air Force Base, CA and Greenbelt, MD. Our website (ama-inc.com) describes our corporate values and how they apply to the professional success and growth of our employees.
Job Description:
AMA is currently accepting applications for multiple summer interns position associated with Entry Systems work conducted at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, CA. Work will be in support of the Thermal Protection Materials branch, part of the Entry Systems and Technology Division at NASA Ames.
The successful candidate will work on a short term (10 weeks; from early-June until mid-August 2024) project in a research topic of relevance to the Entry Systems division. The applicant will be expected to support projects in both ablative and high temperature reusable materials for Entry Systems. The exact projects will be assigned based upon the skillset of the successful applicants and project need areas. The salary range for this position will be $20.50-$28.00 per hour and is commensurate with experience and education.
Responsibilities:
- Responsibilities will vary based on the project area assigned to the candidate. Responsibilities will include:
- Perform research on assigned topic for period of 10 weeks.
- Regular reporting (verbal and/or written) to research mentor on progress of project.
- Present final results to division at completion of project.
Requirements:
- Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited university are highly preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.
- Progress toward a degree (undergraduate or graduate) in technical areas of relevance to material sciences, chemistry or engineering.
- Must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident.
- On-site presence at NASA Ames Research Center required (on-site lodging provided at no additional cost).
Desired Skills (varies depending on the project):
- Materials characterization, particularly: SEM, optical microscopy, XRD or nano-indentation.
- Sample preparation for cross sectional microscopy and powder or fibrous materials.
- Knowledge of structure and processing of ceramic and porous, insulating materials.
- Familiarity with optical characterization techniques, in particular emission spectroscopy.
- Familiarity with machining equipment and techniques.
- Familiarity with material testing under extreme environments.
- Familiarity with typical lab operations and safety protocols.
AMA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws.
