Computer Scientist III

Posted 12 Days Ago
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Las Vegas, NV, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Aerospace
The Role
Develop and maintain high-performance C#/.NET desktop applications with WPF front-ends. Work across the full stack: data ingestion, processing, database, business logic, and UI. Modernize existing tools, improve performance, build reusable UI components, and collaborate with technical and non-technical users. Support defense test range environments and follow systems engineering and SDLC practices.
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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

We are seeking software engineer with experience in C#/.NET desktop application development, specifically using WPF front-end to design, build, and maintain high-performance applications that handle large data sets to provide a polished, intuitive user experience.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full application stack: data ingestion, processing, database, business logic, and user interface. The engineer will contribute to modernizing existing tools, improving application performance and build reusable UI-components. The ideal candidate is comfortable both working independently and collaborating with technical and non-technical users directly.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with C# and WPF, object-oriented design following SOLID design principles.
  • Understanding of well-known design patterns is a plus.
  • Experience with government, defense, engineering, aerospace, data analysis or scientific environments are a plus.
  • Hands-on experience visualizing data using LightningCharts software a bonus.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

One of the following educational requirements must be met for this position:

  1. A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of four years of related experience
  2. A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of two years of experience
  3. 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

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 with occasional use of 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/certifications, 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

Skills Required

  • U.S. citizenship (federal contract requirement)
  • Bachelor's degree in an associated discipline plus 4 years related experience OR Master's plus 2 years OR PhD
  • Experience with C# and .NET desktop application development
  • Experience developing WPF front-end applications
  • Experience building high-performance applications that handle large data sets
  • Experience with systems engineering and software development lifecycles
  • Familiarity with industry-standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Good planning and organizational skills
  • Understanding of design patterns and SOLID principles
  • Experience visualizing data using LightningCharts
  • Experience in government, defense, aerospace, data analysis, or scientific environments

JT4 Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about JT4 and has not been reviewed or approved by JT4.

  • Healthcare Strength Multiple medical plan choices (including an HDHP with HSA), plus dental with orthodontia, vision, wellness programs, and FSAs/HSAs expand total rewards beyond base pay. Coverage breadth is emphasized as a compensation strength alongside stability.
  • Affordable Benefits Low- or zero-premium options are advertised, increasing the value of total compensation when insurance costs are factored in. Affordability is highlighted together with education assistance as part of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Posted allowances include 3–5 weeks of paid leave by tenure, 80 hours of paid holidays, and 7 sick days for hourly roles. Generous stated PTO and holidays can materially enhance overall compensation value.

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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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