Computer Scientist - Soft Decom Lead

Posted 17 Days Ago
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Edwards Air Force Base, CA
In-Office
140K-177K Annually
Mid level
Aerospace
The Role
Lead software and systems engineering services, identify risks, provide guidance, and develop high-resolution time streaming and telemetry interfaces.
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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.

What You Will Do With JT4

The Computer Scientist - Soft Decom Lead will direct software and systems engineering services within a working group. You will identify potential risks, provide technical guidance, foster collaboration to achieve development goals, maintain thorough documentation, and ensure system stability to meet schedule test goals.

Job Duties & Essential Functions

  • Expert proficiency with Docker, Linux, and C++
  • Proficiency in network programming (TCP/IP, UDP, socket programming)
  • Data decommutation principles with a solid understanding of time synchronization and real-time systems
  • API design and development for Telemetry Front End processors
  • Experience with data serialization formats
  • Excellent technical writing skills and verbal communication
  • Familiarity with telemetry standards (IRIG 106, IRIG 218-10 specifically)
  • Develop and testing the Soft Decom system
  • Develop a high-resolution time stream with monotonic properties.
  • Create and maintain Interface Control Document (ICD)
  • Implement a web interface for configuration and control
  • Familiarity with the application of industry standard hardware & software design and documentation techniques with systems engineering and software development lifecycles

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

The incumbent must have a bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and at least 4 years of related experience or have a master's degree in an associated discipline and at least 2 years of experience, or a PhD in an associated discipline. Incumbent must possess effective oral and written communication skills. Must have experience with computer based systems and applications. Must have programming skills in languages used for job specific programming tasks, and familiarization with the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques. Applicant must have experience with systems engineering and software development lifecycles. Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen.
 

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $140,000 to $177,000 annually.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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

Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting 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, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.

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; A1412TW

Top Skills

APIs
C++
Data Serialization Formats
Docker
Linux
Socket Programming
Tcp/Ip
Udp
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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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