Intern, Space Systems, Geometric Software Engineer at Planet · San…

Summary: Planet is a company that designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. They are seeking a geometric engineering intern to support the Calibration and Validation team by ensuring the geometric and radiometric accuracy of satellite data products. Responsibilities: - Collaborate on the assessment and implementation of sensor camera models and spatial transformers - Designing and implementing automated scalable processes to apply to satellites to ensure that our products meet and exceed specifications and SLAs - Collaborate within a cross functional team to develop performance models, error budgets and calibration concepts - Troubleshooting geometric image quality issues and developing long-term mitigations and fixes Required Qualifications: - Pursuing a degree in photogrammetry, engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related field relevant to the geometric characterization of space imaging platforms - Hands-on, collaborative mindset with effective interpersonal skills - Passion for programming, photography, remote sensing, Earth science, and geography - Experience with scientific computing in Python in a Unix/Linux environment - Experience with version control and CI/CD workflows Preferred Qualifications: - Strong foundation in linear algebra, coordinate transformations, and nonlinear optimization - Practical experience solving problems using large cloud-based datasets - Knowledge of scaling code with cloud computing resources such as AWS or GCP Required Skills: Python, Linear algebra, Cloud computing Important Skills: Scientific computing, Version control Benefits: Commuter Benefits, Paid time off for holidays and company-wide days off, Internet reimbursement, Access to LinkedIn Learning