Master Thesis (f/m/x) - Laser Occultation Measurements in Inter-Satellite Links

Overview

Master Thesis Student (f/m/x) - Laser Occultation Measurements in Optical Inter-Satellite Links

Join to apply for the Master Thesis Student (f/m/x) - Laser Occultation Measurements in Optical Inter-Satellite Links role at German Aerospace Center (DLR).

The DLR Institute of Communications and Navigation (IKN) is dedicated to mission-oriented research in selected areas of communications and navigation. Its work ranges from the theoretical foundations to the demonstration of new procedures and systems in a real environment and is embedded in DLR's Space, Aeronautics, Transport, Security and Digitalization programmes.

Your tasks

• model the effect of the atmosphere on the laser signal transmission, where we are most interested in effects from atmospheric index-of-refraction turbulence, but also attenuation from aerosols and molecules shall be considered
• access the telemetry data of both satellite laser terminals
• establish the time vector of geographical location and altitude of the grazing point
• compare simulations with the measurements
• write a report and a publication on the results

Your profile

• experience in data analysis with Matlab or Python
• experience in working with electronic hardware
• interest in the field of optical free-space communications and satellite operation
• commitment for working according to project requirements, which might include working at night time and on holidays (depending on satellite visibility)

For questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 1732) please contact: Amita Shrestha Tel.:

Details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Research Services

We look forward to getting to know you!