Software Engineer Internship – GMAT at Pearl River… · Greenbelt

Summary: Pearl River Technologies has an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a career in software engineering. The Software Engineer Intern will contribute to NASA’s General Mission Analysis Tool (GMAT) and gain valuable real-world experience in the software industry while supporting spacecraft mission flight dynamics and navigation. Responsibilities: - Fix smaller GMAT core code bugs - Update Script Regression Test System MATLAB code or Python supplemental/assisting scripts - Exercise sample scripts - Parse script test results - Update GMAT User Guide (e.g., ground track image updates, replace obsolete 3D visualization images/diagrams - Update GMAT bundled python helper scripts - Update GMAT Wiki to be aligned with R2026a - Create GMAT videos for R2026a to replace older videos currently on YouTube Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Aerospace / Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering - Understanding of basic Object-Oriented Design principles - C++ experience required - In-depth knowledge of orbital mechanics concepts (required) - Self-starter/highly motivated individual (required) - US citizenship required Preferred Qualifications: - MATLAB and Python experience (recommended) - Git or configuration management experience (recommended) Required Skills: Object-Oriented Design, C++, Orbital Mechanics, MATLAB, Python, Git