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Computer Scientist Intern

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

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 ...

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Computer Scientist Intern

Oklahoma City, OK

$13 - $17.25/hr

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 ...

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College Park, MD

$19 - $25/hr

As a Computer Scientist Intern at Rackner, you will have the chance to work closely with our team of experienced computer scientists and engineers on challenging and impactful projects. You will be ...

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Computer Scientist Intern

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

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$13 - $17.25/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Internship

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

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). 

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. 

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.

 

 Required Skills 

  • 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. 
    • 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.

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