ASRC Federal Advanced Research LLC (AFAR) is seeking a Computer Scientist Intern to join our Weather Systems group in Oklahoma City, OK. This is an on-site internship at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC).Â
The Weather Systems team is responsible for providing second-level engineering support for two different weather radars. The TDWR (Terminal Doppler Weather Radar), and the WSR-88D (Weather Surveillance Radar 1988 Doppler), along with several other weather sensors/platforms, such as the AWOS (Automated Weather Observing System).
Citizenship Requirement
All candidates must have the following to pass the Federal Background Investigation and obtain the FAA Public Trust security clearance.
- Be a US Citizen.
- Have resided in the US for three (3) consecutive years.
- RealID Driver’s License/ID or current US Passport.
Relocation Requirement
Candidate must reside or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance to Oklahoma City, OK.Â
Education & Experience Requirement
- Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field from a U.S. Accredited Institution.
- Having completed a minimum of 48 STEM related courses.
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 Required SkillsÂ
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of testing during all phases of the software development process.
- Proficiency with computer operating systems (UNIX, AIX, or Linux), software and hardware with proven ability to debug complex systems and to conduct reviews, audits, and testing.
- Proficient with simulation tools used for analysis (Matlab, Simulink).
- Proficient in programming languages and scripts used in model and tool development (C, C++, Python).
- Experience authoring technical documentation and providing technical support.
- Ability to:
- Work independently, as well as a team.Â
- Multi-task across teams in a structured environment.
- Research and problem solve; willingness to learn/try new things
- Communicate effectively through verbal and written communication; including developing technical documentation.
Essential Daily Job Duties
- Research, maintain, and enhance weather system software, including documenting and testing updates and new project components.
- Draft, review, edit, and coordinate technical reports and drawings for approval.
Support governmentdirected modernization and enhancement efforts for weather systems. - Conduct market research and assess requirements for replacing endoflife hardware.
- Identify operational needs and drive the development and implementation of major process improvements.
- Provide software development support using C, C++, Python, and related tools.
- Support lab operations through maintenance, software development, and hardware integration activities.
- Develop software solutions for configuring and interfacing with system devices and hardware.
 Work Environment
- Candidate must be willing to work full-time in the summer and part-time during the semester.
- Cubicle environment.