Robotics Systems Intern

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OffWorld is a robotics startup working on developing a mobile robotic workforce for heavy industrial jobs on Earth, Moon, asteroids & Mars. OffWorld was founded by an experienced engineering team drawing on decades of tackling formidable engineering challenges at NASA, ESA, NOAA, Maxar Technologies, CERN, Reaction Engines, SAFRAN, Surrey Satellites and Cisco. OffWorld’s first challenge is developing and maturing a modular robotic system for extreme environments on Earth. Our robots will go deeper underground and farthest on Earth than humans can, eliminate the need for humans to work in life-threatening environments in mining, construction, tunneling and other dangerous industries, and dramatically reduce the environmental footprint and cost of operations in key economies on Earth and beyond.  
We have designed a modular robotic architecture that focuses on maximizing the commonality and reusability across components for fast deployment and optimization. Our robotic systems combine sensor information, cutting edge classical/machine learning (ML) algorithms and a robotics real-time system platform for control, decision making and execution.  
OffWorld is seeking a talented and motivated Systems Intern to join our fast-moving team during the summer of 2024 to contribute to the integration of hardware that is being designed to withstand the harsh environments of both Earth's mines and the moon’s surface. In this role, you will be involved in creating testing environments and aiding in the design and analysis for a proposed lunar excavator. 
The ideal candidate will possess the following: 

• Minimum of 2 years towards a B.Sc. in an Engineering, Materials, Physics, or Robotics  
• Familiarity with SolidWorks or AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. 
• Ability to build mechanical prototype components, make modifications of COTS and rapid prototyped parts.
• Hands-on experience with regular hand, machine shop (lathe and mill) and power tools.
• Familiarity with robotic arm control, motion planning and task planning algorithms, generating collision-free, smooth trajectories.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas effectively and solve engineering problems.
• Interest in general modeling and simulation analysis to drive design forward.
• Familiarity with the Linux environment.
• Knowledge in space system design or general interest in space system requirements.
• Experience with ROS, Matlab/Simulink, Python and C++ programming is a plus.
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing is a plus.
• If you don’t meet all these qualifications, don’t be afraid to apply. People who are excited about the problems we are tackling and are able and willing to learn are always needed.

In a nutshell, we offer the:

• Opportunity to sink your teeth into cutting edge industrial robotics problems 
• Opportunity to contribute to the mission of transforming how we mine on Earth today and how we will one day mine on the Moon, asteroids & Mars 
• Opportunity to work with a kind, brilliant and supportive team

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
OffWorld is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
OffWorld is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
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