INTERNSHIP - Software Engineering - Aero Systems
Position Purpose The purpose of an internship at Woodward is to provide students with the opportunity to gain exposure and “real life” business acumen within the Aerospace and Energy Industry. Our internships also provide students with the opportunity to learn and gain practical experience and to work in areas related to their academic and/or career interests. Gain hands-on experience while working on challenging projects, network with professionals and learn from some of the brightest minds in business.
The experience also gives the intern opportunity for potential full-time employment with the company.
Essential Functions
- Complete tasks on computer using MS Office programs such as Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Interact effectively with team members on a daily basis. Share opinions and ask questions relevant to the work and/or his or her study program.
- Work independently on assigned tasks with some supervisory oversight.
- Recognize problems which are beyond intern’s capabilities and learn from the experts in the area.
- Work assigned tasks to meet schedule and may coordinate details with other departments.
- Maintain good attendance and perform other related duties as assigned.
- Present year-end presentation of Woodward internship experience.
- Must report GPA status to leader on a quarterly/semester basis.
EXPECTED DELIVERABLES
#1. Implement software demodulation of an LVDT sensor. Use analog to digital converter of a Texas Instrument DSP to read the signals from the primary and secondary windings of a Linear Variable Differential Transformer. Calculated the linear position displacement based on the signal data. Additionally, evaluate the potential to apply the algorithms to a resolver sensor.
#2. Implement field oriented current control of a brushless direct-current motor using the control law accelerator of a Texas Instrument DSP. Use CLA to pull in motor phase current feedback and motor rotational data and use that data with Clarke/Park transforms and space vector modulation algorithms to determine duty cycle of pulse width modulation outputs driving motor phase voltages.
#3. Implement standardized event and fault logging routines to a direct access non-volatile memory device. Features include (1) circular event log with timestamps, where oldest record is overwritten when log is full (2) specific event instance log with timestamps, where the first and most recent occurrences of specific events are recorded (4) performance monitoring data log with timestamps, where min/max values of operational data points are recorded (3) histogram log, where cumulative counts of categorized data is recorded, such as number of minutes operating in various temperature ranges. All data has integrity checks (such as SHA256 or CRC32). Routines must be implement to queue up the data to space out data writes over time, so as to not impeded operation of critical real-time software execution.
Other Functions
- Other functions will vary based on the assigned work area.
- May rotate assignments to gain additional business experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Competent skills in problem solving and trouble-shooting.
- Competent in the use of PCs, MS Office Programs and other associated software.
- Ability to effectively operate in a team environment.
- Effective time management skills.
- Solid knowledge of the English language with the ability to speak, read and write along with good listening skills.
- Good marks in relevant subjects.
- Possess high motivation, flexibility and ability to work on his/her own.
- Some knowledge of Texas Instrument DSP preferred
Education or Formal Training
Must have completed Junior year in an accredited College or University program and have an acceptable grade point average.
Experience Required
No experience required. Previous internship or other working experience, a plus.
Materials and Equipment Used
Materials and Equipment used will depend on the specific job assignment. In general, most positions will use:
- PC'S including word processing applications, spreadsheets and Woodward proprietary applications
- Standard hand tools and measuring devices
- Standard office equipment (Copiers, Fax Machines, etc.)
Working Environment/ Physical Activities Work is generally performed in a normal office environment; however, depending on the location or job assignment, the job may take the member into various areas of the plant where there is possible exposure to noise, chemical solutions, and dust and differential temperatures.
Woodward offers a Total Reward package for this Internship position (20+ hours per week), including:
Estimated pay: $15.83 - $19.79 per hour
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.
Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and energy markets. Our aerospace systems and components optimize the performance of fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms in commercial, business and military aircraft, ground vehicles and other equipment. Our energy-related systems and components enhance the performance of industrial gas and steam turbines, reciprocating engines, compressors, wind turbines, electrical grids and other energy-related industrial equipment. The company’s innovative fluid energy, combustion control, electrical energy, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable and more efficient equipment. Our customers include leading original equipment manufacturers and end users of their products.
Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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