Applied Formal Methods for Detect-And-Avoid… at Analytical… · Remote

Summary: Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is currently accepting applications for a motivated intern to support research and prototyping activities related to the application of the DAIDALUS framework to space operations. The intern will contribute to exploratory research on the use of DAIDALUS for space scenarios and work collaboratively with NASA researchers and AMA engineers. Responsibilities: - Assist AMA and NASA research staff with applied research on DAIDALUS concepts tailored to space operations - Support the specification and analysis of safety properties for space related detect and avoid scenarios - Contribute to modeling and reasoning tasks using formal or semi formal methods to assess algorithm behavior - Help develop and evaluate research prototypes or experimental workflows related to DAIDALUS in space contexts - Participate in regular technical meetings and communicate findings to a multidisciplinary research team Required Qualifications: - Completion of at least three years of an undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field - Some prior exposure to formal methods, formal verification, or mathematically rigorous reasoning techniques through coursework, research projects, or independent study - Programming experience in at least one technical language such as Python, C++, Java, or similar - Strong technical communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly in writing and discussion - A self-starter attitude and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively on open ended research tasks - Authorization to work in the U.S. is required Preferred Qualifications: - Experience or coursework related to space systems, orbital mechanics, autonomy, or aerospace safety - Familiarity with formal methods tools such as PVS or other theorem provers, model checkers, or static analysis frameworks - Graduate level coursework or research experience in formal methods, logic, algorithms, or software assurance - Prior research output such as a project report, published paper, or conference presentation Required Skills: Formal methods, Formal verification, Mathematically rigorous reasoning, Programming - Python, Programming - C++, Programming - Java, Space systems, Orbital mechanics, Autonomy, Aerospace safety, Formal methods tools - PVS, Theorem proving, Model checking, Static analysis frameworks, Self-starter attitude Benefits: Paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, Salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, Tuition reimbursement, Short/long term disability plans, A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options