Job Description

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) has an opportunity for a high school student to support the Dragonfly Mass Spectrometer (DraMS) instrument at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD. The DraMS instrument requires programming support. This includes development of ground support equipment (GSE) software using Python (or similar) programming language for the development of the MEB.

This position will begin on July 6, 2026 and terminate on September 1, 2026. The hourly rate will be $17.50.

The successful applicant will be a current high school student (rising sophomore, junior or senior) and be proficient in Python or a similar programming language.

This position requires access to the NASA network and facilities at Goddard Space Flight Center. U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence is required.

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn

AMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.