Computer Science Engineer INTERN
Sierra Lobo, Inc.
Cleveland, Ohio
The Test Facilities Operation, Maintenance and Engineering (TFOME) team at the NASA Glenn Research Center providesengineering and technical services in the areas of aeropropulsion and space propulsion and power test facilities. TFOME management is dedicated to excellence in service and to providing outstanding technical opportunities for our employees. We specialize in providing unique products and services to NASA Glenn. We are currently seeking Computer Science Engineer Intern candidate to join our team that will work with Senior Engineers in the planning, design, and technical execution of computer engineering/technical tasks of a wide variety of systems including, test related apparatus, and specialty hardware for an assigned test or facility project at a research test facility on the TFOME contract at the NASA Glenn Research Center.
Responsibilities:
FUNCTION OF POSITION
Work with Senior Engineers in the planning, design, and technical execution of computer engineering/technical tasks of a wide variety of systems including, test related apparatus, and specialty hardware for an assigned test or facility project at a research test facility.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Work alongside NASA and TFOME/contractor system developers and programmers to integrate NASA-specific requirements into a commercial data acquisition system.
2. May develop and analyze electrical system requirements to match system capabilities with test requirements.
3. Prepare documentation, specifications, and purchase requisitions for electrical hardware/software specifications for electronic/electrical equipment supporting facility development efforts. Evaluate vendor proposals and provides technical recommendations for procurement.
4. Program, setup, maintain, and troubleshoot PC/Unix based systems, data acquisition systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
i) Integrate controls and instrumentation into PLC hardware and software.
ii) Design and specification of instrumentation, signal conditioning equipment, and integration with data acquisition systems.
5. Develop and update schematics, drawings, calibration documentation, technical procedures, and quality control (ISO 9001) documentation.
6. Design and maintain communication networks running over TCP/IP.
2. General knowledge/experience of one or more aspects related to Electrical, Electronic, Data Systems or Computer Engineering are highly desirable.
3. Knowledge of C++/Qt, Object Oriented programming concepts, SOLID principles and developing Graphical User Interfaces is a plus. Familiarity with MS Office products is a must.
4. Proficiency in developing, testing, and debugging desktop applications and system services.
5. Knowledgeable in Client/Server Software Development.
6. Knowledge of Graphical User Interface development and data acquisition system techniques is a plus.
7. Experience with Linux and complex system architectures is a plus.
8. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to quickly integrate into a team environment.
About the Company
Sierra Lobo, Inc.
What is important to you in a partner? Delivery? Performance? Technical excellence? Safety? Support services? Sierra Lobo understands how important each of these factors are to you, as well as many other factors needed to create an environment for success.
What is critical to you as a business? Sharing information or a need for updating your IT landscape? Leveraging, updating, or originating new technologies to meet your growth or revenue goals? Transitioning or implementing a tightly executed management program to reduce or maintain costs? Every day, Sierra Lobo team members pool their best talents, skills, resources, and technical experience, to address our customers’ challenges and requirements.
Sierra Lobo is not a typical small business. We provide the management expertise and research capabilities that many other companies our size lack. Our Technology Development and Engineering Center (TDEC) and Sierra Lobo Test Facility Center (SLTF) not only expand our capabilities, but also reduce costs for our customers and improve efficiency by providing reachback and in-house knowledge. Our priority is to maintain our small business atmosphere while offering customers the breadth and depth of an extensive menu of cost effective and competitive engineering services.
Risk reduction also plays a valued role in our approach to customer service. The decision you make in choosing and creating a partnership will eventually impact your reputation and profit line. We owe it to our customers to be professionally accountable, as well as to be financially sound and sustainable. You can safely choose to partner with Sierra Lobo because we have the resources to respond quickly with the financial stability, knowledge, and people, to the tasks at hand.