National Security Solutions (NSS) Software Engineer Intern

Title:

National Security Solutions (NSS) Software Engineer Intern

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! 

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. 

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

KBR is seeking a Full Stack Developer Intern to join our research and development team for a two-semester rotation. This position will focus on developing cutting-edge applications for human-machine teaming and non-kinetics research projects. The ideal candidate is passionate about building user-centric software, eager to learn new concepts quickly, and comfortable taking initiative within a small, collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy full-stack web applications, with a React.js front-end and a Python back-end.
• Collaborate with researchers and senior engineers to translate complex requirements into functional, high-quality software solutions.
• Utilize Git for version control and Docker for containerizing applications to ensure consistent and reliable environments.
• Participate in client-facing meetings and observe knowledge elicitation sessions with end-users to gain a deep understanding of user needs and operational context.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from initial concept and design to deployment and maintenance.
• Work proactively in a small, agile team environment where individual initiative and contribution are highly valued.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Solid programming foundation with hands-on experience in Python for back-end development.
• Experience building user interfaces with modern JavaScript frameworks, specifically React.js.
• Working knowledge of Git for source code version control.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong desire to learn and absorb new information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to commit to a 2-semester co-op/internship (6 months).

Desired:

• Familiarity with containerization technologies, specifically Docker.
• Understanding of or coursework in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), UX/UI Design, or Human Factors.
• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Candidate that would be able to return for a subsequent internship/co-op for the following year.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.