Software Application Developer Intern for GOES-R Series Satellites

Overview

Develop software for NOAA GOES-R satellite data processing, visualization, and monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• satellite processing
• software testing
• tool development
• visualization interfaces
• data tools

Tasks

-Support and enhance operational weather and satellite-processing systems that power NOAA mission software -Participate in software testing and refinement for pre-operational and operational satellite products -Enhancing tools commonly used by NWS forecasters and NOAA scientists -Collaborate with specialists supporting one of NOAA’s flagship missions for the Nation’s weather-ready infrastructure -Contribute to visualization interfaces and environmental data tools used by NOAA scientists, NWS forecasters, and partners across the weather enterprise -Meaningful Work: Contribute to NOAA systems with real-world national impact

Requirements

• python
• linux
• git
• sql
• agile
• noaa

What You Bring

-Familiarity with Agile or Scrum software development practices -High school diploma or equivalent -Exposure to cloud-based environments used for data processing or scientific computing -Professional Development: Build technical, analytical, and leadership skills -Strong foundation in mathematics and geometry, including basic integral calculus -Eagerness to explore new tools, technologies, and methodologies used across the weather enterprise -U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of the work -Data science techniques for user analytics, monitoring, and system diagnostics -Satellite imagery processing, feature extraction, or algorithm prototyping -Two semesters of college physics -Proficiency in Python, including object-oriented programming and scientific libraries (NumPy, SciPy) -Experience or interest in the NOAA, NWS, or U.S. weather enterprise, including exposure to satellite, radar, numerical weather prediction, or environmental data workflows -Scientific visualization using JavaScript (e.g., D3.js) -Enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program -Functional experience with Linux environments (RedHat/CentOS), bash, and standard text editors (vi) -Basic knowledge of SQL or NoSQL databases -Understanding of scientific software development and practices for maintaining robust, scalable code -Familiarity with Git version control workflows -Excellent communication skills, with an ability to translate technical concepts for scientists, engineers, and operational users -Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

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Benefits

-Gain hands-on experience at the intersection of software engineering, meteorology, Earth science, and satellite remote sensing -Pathways to Full-Time Roles: Many of our interns go on to join KBR or our partner organizations in full-time positions -Mentorship: Personalized guidance from experienced engineers and scientists

About Kbr, Inc.

-Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure. -Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D. -Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing. -Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning. -Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities. -Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

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