Mobility and Robotic Systems
Section 347
Brett Kennedy, Manager
Julie Townsend, Deputy Manager
Michael McHenry, Assistant Manager
Aram Pagaryan, Business Manager
Welcome to the JPL Robotics website! Here you'll find detailed descriptions of the activities of the Mobility and Robotic Systems Section, as well as related robotics efforts around the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. We are approximately 190 engineers working on all aspects of robotics for space exploration and related terrestrial applications. Our primary objectives are to develop technology for in-situ exploration of the solar system, and infuse this technology into spaceflight missions. We focus on providing capabilities for mobility across and above planetary surfaces, and manipulation for instrument placement and sample collection. This includes system architectures; mechanical and electrical design; and software for perception, control, simulation, and operations. To learn more, please use the menu bar above to browse our website.
Student Opportunities
- JPL's Robotics internship opportunities can be found posted at JPL's student careers website. HR manages those student programs for JPL and offers exciting and rewarding experiences for students in a variety of disciplines.
- Additional student opportunities can be found at the JPL Education Office student opportunities page. JPL's Education Office offers a several student programs that afford STEM students the opportunity to gain valuable experience at JPL.
- Postdocs interested in gaining experience in the field of robotics are encouraged to apply to opportunities listed at the JPL Postdoc website.
