JOB OVERVIEW: The Self Servo-Write Development Group at TAEC is responsible for developing innovative SSW process technology and integrating these processes into new Toshiba HDD production.  The ideal candidate for this position will be a self-driven engineering student pursuing a career in Automatic Control Systems development.  Spend the summer exploring HDD servo control systems and challenges in a professional advanced product development environment.  Bring a fresh perspective while working with an accomplished international technology development team!  POTENTIAL PROJECTS: •    Upgrade, test and validate a new generation of MATLAB-based HDD servo system analysis and diagnostic tools •    Characterize HDD self-servo write subsystem performance characteristics under varying physical conditions through lab-based data collection and analysis, reporting and reviewing your results with the development team •    Optimize servo control system parameters utilizing automated tuning technologies, reporting and reviewing your results with the development team •    Produce quality embedded firmware, participate in peer design reviews and provide supporting documentation of advanced SSW processes functions QUALIFICATIONS: •    Pursuing an Engineering degree with a solid background in servo control, ideally including graduate level coursework •    Interested in a career in embedded control systems  •    Self-starter with strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple tasks/projects while maintaining strong interpersonal and communications skills in a collaborative development environment.  •    Familiarity with analysis and data visualization tools such as MATLAB or Octave •    Strong embedded coding skills Salary Range: $50/HR   Powered by JazzHR