A Co-op appointment is available at the Army Research Lab, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. The selected student must be available Spring-Summer Semesters of 2013 to participate in the Co-Op at the host installation. Applications are due December 15, 2012.

This appointment includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Research helicopter drive system components including gears, bearings, and transmissions.
• Research diagnostics techniques for health monitoring, using various methods to establish a robust system of instrumentation and signal processing algorithms for fault detection.
• Diagnostic experiments will support both conventionally piloted and uninhabited rotorcraft.
• Evaluate technologies aimed at improving power transmission efficiency in geared systems.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelors in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline or completion of all requirements for the degree should be expected on or about the starting date. Other applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.  The program is open to all qualified U.S. citizens without regard to race, sex, religion, color, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, or status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran.

The participants will be selected based on academic records, recommendations, applied research interests and compatibility of background with applied research programs and projects at USARL and/or the host Installation.

The initial appointment is for six-months during the Spring-Summer Semester 2013 and may be renewed for up to a total of four years based upon recommendation of USARL and subject to availability of funds. 

The participant will receive a monthly stipend.  The stipend rate is determined based upon level of education, training, and experience. Inbound travel and moving expenses are reimbursed according to established policies.  Travel and other costs will also be reimbursed for training related to the project and approved by ORISE and the host installation.

The participant must show proof of health and medical insurance.  Health plans are available through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education for Postgraduate Internship participants.  The appointment is full time at the host installation.

APPLICATION and DEADLINE

Applications are accepted and processed on a continuing basis.  The Research Participation Program for USARL is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education.  Please reference Project #ARL-1820657470when calling, emailing, or writing for information. Interested applicants should email their resume directly to recruiter@orau.org.