2025 Computer Scientist Opportunities in Las Vegas, NV

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Las Vegas, NV
In-Office
Entry level
Aerospace
The Role
JT4 seeks entry to senior level Computer Scientists for diverse fields requiring programming skills, systems engineering knowledge, and problem-solving capabilities to support technical projects.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY -- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

JT4 is seeking entry level to senior level computer scientists for career opportunities in broad and diverse fields with career advancement. JT4 is the Prime Contractor delivering engineering and technical services to develop and test leading-edge technologies for our nation's aircraft weapon systems and aircrews across open air test ranges.

All positions under this requisition are located in Las Vegas, NV.

Responsibilities vary from entry level to leading teams in solving complex projects. Examples of job responsibilities are:

  • Advise team and project managers on technical problems
  • Interact with customers and project managers on a regular basis
  • Use judgment and initiative in developing analytical and computational technologies and methodologies for problem solving
  • Interpret customer requirements and develop and analyze the most appropriate approach to solve technical problem solving
  • Work with team members to develop the most appropriate approach to solve technical problems
  • Assist in the design of system/software and associated design documentation
  • Function as the system architect overseeing the overall design and configuration management of systems
  • Participate in design reviews
  • Implement design through software coding or hardware and appropriately document the design implementation
  • Plan and execute unit, integration, and system testing
  • Participate in maintenance and sustainment activities of system/software
  • Support pursuit of new business efforts, lead proposal efforts, and act as a technical consultant
  • Perform other job-related duties, as required.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Computer Scientist I:

A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline is required for this position.

In addition, a Computer Scientist I must possess the following qualifications:

  • Knowledge of computer-based systems and applications
  • Programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
  • Familiarity with systems engineering and software development lifecycles
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Computer Scientist II:
A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and either two years of related experience or a master's degree in an associated discipline are required for this position.
 
In addition, a Computer Scientist II must possess the following qualifications:
  • Experience with computer-based systems and applications
  • Programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming skills
  • Familiarity with the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
Computer Scientist III:
One of the following educational requirements must be met for this position:
  • A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of four years of related experience
  • A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of two years of experience
  • A PhD in an associated discipline
In addition, a Computer Scientist III must possess the following qualifications:
  • Experience with computer-based systems and applications
  • Programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
  • Familiarity with the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
  • Experience with systems engineering and software development lifecycles
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Good planning/organizational skills
Computer Scientist IV:
One of the following educational requirements must be met for this position:
  • A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of eight years of related experience
  • A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of six years of experience
  • A PhD in an associated discipline and a minimum of four years of experience
In addition, a Computer Scientist IV must possess the following qualifications:
  • Demonstrated expertise with computer-based systems and applications
  • Excellent programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
  • Experience in the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
  • Extensive knowledge of systems engineering and software development lifecycles
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Good planning/organizational skills
  • Ability to work under deadlines
Computer Scientist V:
One of the following educational requirements must be met for this position:
  • A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of 14 years of related experience
  • A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of 10 years of experience
  • A PhD in an associated discipline and a minimum of eight years of experience
In addition, a Computer Scientist V must possess the following qualifications:
  • Demonstrated expertise with computer-based systems and applications
  • Senior-level programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
  • Senior-level expertise in the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
  • Extensive knowledge of systems engineering and software development lifecycles
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent planning/organizational skills
  • Ability to work under deadlines
Computer Scientist VI:
A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of 16 years of experience or a PhD in an associated discipline and a minimum of 12 years of experience are required for this position.
 
In addition, a Computer Scientist VI must possess the following qualifications:
  • Expertise in computer-based systems and applications
  • Demonstrated expert programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
  • Expertise in the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
  • Experience with systems engineering and software development lifecycles
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent planning/organizational skills
  • Ability to work under deadlines

BENEFITS

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
    • Benefits Active on Day 1
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
    • JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
    • 100% Immediate Vesting
  • Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness are required.

Travel to remote company work locations may be required.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a federal government contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses / certification and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JSD12; JCORP12

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Software Development Lifecycles
Systems Engineering
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The Company
HQ: Las Vegas, NV
1,189 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

JT4 provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. Ranges supported by JT4 include the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR), the Space Test and Training Range (STTR) at Schriever Air Force Base, the Utah Test and Training Range (UTTR), the Air Force Test Center 412th Test Wing (412TW) at Edwards Air Force Base, and the Navy China Lake Ranges (CLR) including Pt. Mugu, California.

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