SSMO Software Engineer Intern at KBR Careers in Greenbelt, MD

Summary: KBR is a company of innovators dedicated to improving the world responsibly and safely. They are seeking a Software Engineering Intern to support the NASA Davinci Ground System Manager within the Space Science Mission Operations Directorate, focusing on software tool evaluations and prototyping. Responsibilities: - Collaborate with the NASA Davinci Ground System Manager on a Software Tool Trade Study and Prototyping effort - Evaluate candidate tools for capabilities such as: - Telemetry visualization (e.g., OpenMCT vs. AMMOS) - Data processing pipeline frameworks - PDS4 archive tooling - Interview developers and operators to gather functional and operational requirements - Conduct hands‑on prototyping of 2–3 candidate tools - Produce a trade study report including: - Scored evaluations - Working prototypes - Build‑vs‑buy recommendations - Explore new tools and technologies with guidance from project leads Required Qualifications: - Must be a U.S. Citizen - Currently enrolled in an undergraduate technical degree program at an accredited university Preferred Qualifications: - Basic familiarity with virtual environments and cloud‑based technologies - Exposure to Linux and programming languages such as Java, Python, or Perl - General familiarity with software development concepts and workflows Required Skills: Programming languages, Linux Important Skills: Cloud-based technologies, Software development concepts Nice-to-Have Skills: Technical exploration Benefits: 401K plan with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, AD&D, Flexible spending account, Disability, Paid time off, Flexible work schedule