National Security Solutions (NSS) - Software Developer Intern

KBR, Inc. • Beavercreek Township, OH

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About The Position

KBR is seeking a SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTERN to support our Autonomy Modeling and Simulation Team for KBR’s Air Force Programs Business Unit. The purpose of this project is to support an effort seeking to transform the Government Autonomy and Modeling simulation Environment (GAME) simulation software into a more intuitive and accessible tool for users. Demand for the use of the KBR’s autonomy modeling and simulation environment is increasing with current and potential stakeholders with demand signals emerging from additional internal USAF users as well as international partners such as the Netherlands and Royal Australian Air Force. The project stands to benefit current and potential customers with lower long-term maintenance and redesign costs, thus increasing their return on investment. Improving the usability of the GAME simulation software stands to competitively differentiate the software, thus potentially enhancing market competitiveness, contract conversion rates, and client retention.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Pursuing a bachelor’s level degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or greater.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office, JavaScript, C, Python, Software Design, and Web Development.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability and desire to manage to take ownership of tasks and deliver them to project on-time.
• Ability to work with supervision and cross-functional teams with different technical backgrounds.
• Possess high problem-solving and analytical skills, capability to solve problems with technical understanding, and aptitude to design intuitive solutions for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Some entry level experience and passion in software development and design are preferred.
• Familiarity with aerospace testing and evaluation is a plus.
• Acquired at a minimum junior or higher academic standing by start of internship.
• Familiarity with simulation development and design is a benefit.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing software front-end user interface.
• Help streamlining software installation and configuration requirements.
• Aid in the development and documentation of software baseline configurations.
• Facilitate the creation of user training materials.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees