Computer Scientist I

JT4, LLC

$122K — $128K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in an associated discipline required.
  • Proficient in C++, Python, and Linux or similar programming languages.
  • Knowledge of Windows, Linux, and SQL databases.
  • Understanding of systems engineering and software development lifecycles.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license and be a U.S. citizen.
  • Able to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Advise team and project managers on technical issues.
  • Interact with customers and project managers frequently.
  • Develop analytical and computational technologies for problem-solving.
  • Assist in interpreting customer requirements.
  • Collaborate with team members to solve technical problems.
  • Design system/software and related documentation.
  • Plan and execute unit, integration, and system testing.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance with benefits active on Day 1.
  • Life Insurance and Disability Insurance offered.
  • Health Savings Accounts/Flexible Spending Accounts available.
  • Paid Time Off for work-life balance.
  • 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match at 50%, up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
  • Tuition Reimbursement for career development.
Full Job Description


JOB DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under general supervision, a Computer Scientist I provide software and systems engineering services, typically as a member of a work unit or group.

Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:
  • 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
  • Assist with the interpretation of customer requirements
  • 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
  • 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
  • Assist in maintenance and sustainment activities of system/software
  • Perform other job-related duties, as required

RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION

The duties are to provide software development related to modeling and simulation systems that support developmental and operational test and evaluation (DT&E and OT&E) test programs. These systems consist of primarily of computer networks, and system integration laboratories (SIL), but could also involve hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) facilities integrating digital and analog processors, cockpit displays and controls, aircraft, weapons, environmental, and threat models, databases, and operational flight program software related to interactive man-in-the-loop battlespace environments.

Basic experience includes:
  • Proficient in C++, Python, Linux or similar programming languages.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Windows, Linux and any related operating systems, SQL databases.

Preferred experience includes:
  • Knowledge with integrating software and modeling environments consisting of digital and analog processors, cockpit displays and controls, mechanical and electrical interfaces and flight program software.
  • Knowledge with testing, deployment, configuration management and software sustainment.
  • Knowledge with software modeling and simulation integrating one or more of the following: sensors, electronic warfare systems, communication links, databases, aircraft, threat models, databases and weapons systems.
  • Ability to program (various languages and protocols), integrate/manipulate models and generate computer networks for virtual, live, and constructive simulation of combat aircraft avionics, armament, or electronic warfare systems. (C++, LINUX, WINDOWS, QT SQL, etc)

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

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
  • Must possess a valid, state issued driver's license
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $122,408 to $128,000 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

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 people 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

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