Space Robotics Lab Intern (UK) London, England
Job description
The space industry is an exciting place to be – technology advancements and cost reductions across the industry are fuelling a vibrant new space economy. Rapid growth in the commercial sector and the development of new space applications promise to benefit people globally, improving communication, education, healthcare, access to information, and a host of other services. Like any terrestrial ecosystem, the one emerging in space will need supporting services. ClearSpace was founded in 2018 with the mission of making this thriving commercial space economy more sustainable, affordable, and reliable by offering a wide variety of in-orbit services.
ClearSpace was selected by the European Space Agency (ESA), out of a field of 12 competing proposals, for its first flagship in-orbit servicing mission, focused on active debris removal (ADR). The ground-breaking ClearSpace-1 Mission will launch in 2025 and will safely deorbit an uncontrolled ESA owned object, the first step in cleaning up space for future generations. The technology developed and expertise gained on this mission will accelerate ClearSpace’s entrance into the commercial in-orbit service market, where we will provide the wide range of services that the new space economy will need. ClearSpace is not addressing the challenges of this missions alone, it is supported by a consortium of some of the most exciting space companies and organizations in Europe.
ClearSpace has grown to a team of over 90 space, business and sustainability experts from around the world. To meet the challenges of the ClearSpace-1 Mission, and future commercial opportunities, ClearSpace is currently scaling its team of passionate employees further in Switzerland, Germany, the UK, Luxembourg and the US. ClearSpace is actively recruiting a Space Robotics Lab Intern in the UK. Come join our adventure!
The Role
We are looking for a Space Robotics Lab Intern to join us for 3-6 months. During the internship you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on cutting-edge robotics research projects. You will be responsible for assisting with various aspects of the research process, including building, testing, and programming robotic systems, conducting experiments, and analysing data.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the construction of robotic systems, including hardware and software components.
- Conduct experiments to evaluate the performance of robotic systems and collect data.
- Assist with data analysis using tools such as Matlab or Python.
- Work with the team to troubleshoot problems and identify solutions.
- Maintain lab equipment and facilities.
Desired Experience/Skills:
- Strong academic record.
- Hands-on experience with hardware and software, either through coursework or personal projects.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or Matlab.
- Experience with CAD software and/or 3D printing is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Passion for robotics and a desire to learn more about the field.
Desired Education:
- Background in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
Desired Strengths:
- A team player, willing to get stuck in and collaborate wherever is needed
- Agile, flexible and able to work across a geographically-distributed teams
- A great communicator
ClearSpace Offers:
- The freedom to evolve and grow within a team of experienced specialists
- The opportunity to be a key player in one of the most exciting satellite missions
- A caring and collaborative working environment
- The possibility of (partial) remote working and flexible hours
Ideal Starting Date: Mid-late June
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