Communications Engineer Intern - Summer 2024

AMERGINT Technologies is now part of the ARKA Group, L.P.  ARKA stands for more than creating better technology. We believe in building a better world. Built on a diversity of people, ideas and thoughts, we develop the technologies and projects that have a meaningful impact for a more certain, sustainable world of opportunity for everyone.

The space industry is booming and at AMERGINT Technologies, we are the link. AMERGINT builds transformational hardware and software solutions that support critical programs around the globe and in space. Since 2008, AMERGINT has delivered more than 2,500 applications, services/microservices, and cloud-based solutions that support mission-critical communication networks. From human spaceflight to satellite test solutions, AMERGINT is a trusted partner for commercial, civil, and government customers.

To continue to support our growing business, AMERGINT is looking for new team members who embody our core values: Do What's Right, Unleash Intellectual Capital, Deliver Value, and Keep it Lean.

The Role

AMERGINT is seeking an experienced Communications Engineering Intern who is passionate about working closely with customers to solve difficult mission-critical challenges. This position entails the design and implementation of modems and related algorithms, in a software-defined radio environment.

We empower our people, and we give them the space to thrive. If you’re interested in joining our team and making a difference in the space and defense industry, let’s talk.

This position will be located in Colorado Springs, CO.

Core Responsibilities

• Work with Amergint engineers to develop and teste Software Defined Radio (SDR) waveforms and software.
• Model algorithms and waveforms in Python and/or Matlab, and deploy them in a C/C++ environment.
• Write test scrpts and create test signals to validate new modem and coding blocks,
• Review your work with DSP and Software engineers.
• Present your research, models and test results to other Engineers.

Required Skills

• Enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master's degree program in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with an emphasis in communications systems, coding and digital signal processing.
• Solid understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) for things such as filter design and frequency analysis.
• Basic understanding of modern communication systems, including digital communications, source and channel coding, detection, equalization, timing and carrier recovery, and common forms of feedforward estimation.
• Experience with the use of lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power supplies and digital multi-meters.
• Experience with algorithm and channel modeling in Matlab, Python or similar.
• Basic knowledge of C/C++ programming.
• All candidates must be U.S. Citizens
• May need to obtain and maintain a security clearance for this position

Preferred Skills

• Master’s degree is a plus
• Knowledge of satellite communications and TT&C applications.
• Knowledge of satellite air interface standards, such as the various DVB and CCDS specifications.
• Basic understanding of carrier and symbol acquisition, including phase locked loops (PLLs), open loop maximum likelihood (ML) estimation, and other common estimation techniques.
• Experience with Python, including the MATLAB-like features of Python.
• Experience with MATLAB.

What We Offer

• Colorado pay range from: $23.00 to $27.00 per hour

• Flexible work arrangements
• Onsite gym
• Fully stocked kitchens

Working at AMERGINT

AMERGINT’s headquarters is located in northern Colorado Springs, CO. We are driven by challenge. We hire problem-solvers, then trust and empower them to take ownership, lead decision-making, and differentiate. We believe in giving our people space to thrive. We offer challenging work with opportunities for independence and growth, a stocked kitchen, espresso machines, flexible work arrangements, company-sponsored events, community volunteer events, onsite games/break activities, business casual attire, onsite gym, and local trails for hiking and biking. Our offices are also dog friendly, and we encourage our people to bring in their furry friends.

AMERGINT Technologies, Inc. is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.