Software Engineering Internship

ABOUT NAR Simulation

Our mission is to develop and produce realistic training tools that provide the realism demanded by our military and emergency medical clients. In addition to the realism, true training tools need to be a complement to training exercises, not a piece that demand time and attention. Training sessions are effective, both in cost and in educational value, when they can be repeated with minimal interruption – they must serve the greatest number for the greatest amount of time.

This NAR Associate will participate as a TEAM member within the Simulations department and help facilitate smooth processes among other team members.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

This is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities.  Projects/duties may be change as dictated by the needs of the business.

• Experience developing software for one of the following languages/platforms
  • Windows UI development
    • C#/WPF
    • Visual Studio or similar
  • STM32 development or similar embedded ecosystems
    • Embedded C/C++
    • Communication protocols: UART, I2C, SPI, etc
    • Familiarity with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies
    • Motor control and sensor interface experience
    • Familiarity with electrical circuitry
  • Augmented Reality platforms
    • HoloLens or similar
    • Unity or similar
  • Punctual and dependable. As a student position, work scheduling is flexible relative to your class schedule, but once hours are set for the semester adherence to the agreed upon schedule is expected.
  • Remote work eligibility will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Reliable transportation to and from our LaGrange, KY facility is required for on-site work.

AUTHORITY

• Works on a small multi-disciplinary engineering team
• Reports to lead Software Engineer.

ACCOUNTABILITY

• Provides design support to the engineering team

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Junior level status towards a BS in an ABET accredited software development program. Proof of enrollment is required

Competency and Skills

• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, e-mail)
• Knowledge of fundamental software development principles

Experience

• Prior work experience a plus, but not required

Specific Characteristics

• Self-starter – ability to carry a task from start to finish with minimal direction.
• Task oriented – ability to define tasks from vague concepts, handles multiple tasks, prioritizes, periodically provides updates to supervisor.
• Builds effective working relationships.
• Consistently applies good communication skills: both oral and written.
• Possesses strong quality orientation, attention to detail, and personal desire to meet/exceed requirements.
• Works effectively and efficiently with limited direction and supervision.
• Demonstrates ability to change direction and focus as directed.

DEMANDS

Time and Availability

• Must be able to work a minimum of 15 hours, but not exceeding 40 hours, each week. Schedule to be determined dependent on class schedule within our normal operating hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday.

Travel

• Travel is optional as schedule permits. Travel will generally be limited to the greater Louisville, KY area and not to exceed 10% of the time.

Physical

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a typical office employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and lifting of up to 25 lbs.

Environment (on-site)

• Must be able to work in a moderate industrial noise level environment up to 80 dB (not needed on a consistent basis but will need occasionally)
• Must be able to work in a non-smoking facility.
• Due to the nature of our business, you will encounter simulated sounds and images of a medically graphic nature. Discretion is advised.
• You may be inadvertently exposed to smoke, dust, engine exhaust, coolant mists, organic vapors, sudden loud noises and/or bright flashing lights while working in our facility. Any disabilities relating to the aforementioned will be reasonably accommodated and PPE will be provided as needed.

DISCLAIMERS

• AAP/EEO Statement
  North American Rescue provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.  Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.