Programmer Analyst III

Job Title

Programmer Analyst III

Location

GREENBELT, MD 20771 US (Primary)

Category

Engineering, General Laborer

Job Type

Full-Time

Compensation Minimum (USD)

$90,000

Compensation Maximum (USD)

$120,000

Education

Master's Degree

Minimum Citizenship Status Required

U.S. Citizen

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 
• Location: Greenbelt, MD – On-site/Hybrid 
• Travel: Some 
• Security Clearance: None 
• Citizenship: Requires U.S. Citizenship 
• Salary: $90K - $120K 

Job Description: 

STC is seeking a Programmer Analyst III to provide technical expertise for scientific software development under the ATMOS contract at NASA GSFC. This mid-level role focuses on developing, testing, and documenting scientific algorithms and models that process data from orbital and sub-orbital instruments. 

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: 

• Design and optimize algorithms for atmospheric science applications. 
• Support large-scale data assimilation and predictive modeling. 
• Document and maintain scientific code for reproducibility. 
• Collaborate with scientists on computational experiments and publications. 

Benefits: 

• Paid Time Off Starting at 80 hrs/yr, 11 Federal holidays, and 40 hrs/yr Sick Leave 
• 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution 
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability 
• Flexible spending account 
• Health savings account 
• Tuition reimbursement 

Job Requirements

Job Requirements: 

• 6 years of experience in scientific programming and analysis. 
• Proficiency in FORTRAN, C/C , Python, MPI, and object-oriented programming. 
• Experience with MATLAB, IDL, or shell-based scripting. 
• Strong background in atmospheric science or Earth science. 

Education: 

• M.S. in atmospheric science, physical science, mathematics, or computer 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.