Scientific Programmer Analyst III

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Job Title

Scientific Programmer Analyst III

Location

GREENBELT, MD 20771 US (Primary)

Category

General Laborer

Job Type

Full-Time

$100,000

$130,000

Education

Master's Degree

Security Clearance Required

None

Job Description

About Science and Technology Corporation (STC):
Founded in 1979, Science and Technology Corporation (STC) provides award-winning scientific, engineering, and technical services to U.S. Government and industry partners. We are dedicated to advancing our customers’ missions through innovation, trusted partnerships, and science-driven engineering excellence. With integrity and precision, we deliver reliable solutions that make a real impact. At STC, we invest in our employees’ growth, well-being, and success—fostering a culture of respect, trust, and empowerment.

Join our world-class team and help shape the future of science and technology.

• Employment Category:
  
  Full-Time
• Travel:
  Some/Frequent (scientific collaborations, conferences)
• Security Clearance:
  None

Job Description:

STC is seeking a Scientific Programmer/Analyst III to support the ATMOS contract at NASA GSFC. This mid-level role focuses on developing, testing, and documenting advanced scientific software used in atmospheric modeling and data assimilation systems.

ATMOS is a NASA support services contract that provides advanced scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to enable Earth and space science missions. The program supports research, data analysis, technology development, and mission operations across multiple NASA centers. Through ATMOS, our teams deliver innovative solutions that help advance NASA’s mission and expand scientific discovery.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Implement algorithms for large-scale atmospheric models.
• Conduct testing, debugging, and documentation of scientific software.
• Support peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• Collaborate with NASA scientists to apply software solutions to mission goals.

Job Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in scientific programming.
• Proficiency in FORTRAN, Python, C++, and high-performance computing (MPI).
• Familiarity with data assimilation, scientific modeling, and large dataset handling.
• Knowledge of IDL, MATLAB, or GrADS desirable.

Education:

• M.S. in atmospheric science, oceanography, physical science, mathematics, or computational science, or
• B.S. degree in one of the listed disciplines, plus three years of experience relevant to the position. This experience is in addition to the experience required for the position level.

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.