Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt
Location WJHTC
Description Software EngineerThis position is located on-site at the FAA WJHTC, at the Atlantic City Airport in New Jersey.
ATEC is looking for Software Engineers to support the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA's) Target Generation Facility (TGF). The TGFdevelops next-generation air traffic simulation tools, aircraft integrations, and graphical training platforms. This role blends real-time systems, graphical user interface development, aircraft dynamics, networking, and emerging artificial intelligence applications.
If you're excited about simulation, aviation, and intelligent systems - we want to hear from you!
WHY THIS ROLE? - Work on real-world national airspace research
- Build intelligent, adaptive aviation training systems
- Combine coding, aviation, and emerging technology
- High visibility projects with real operational impact
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Develop simulation software supporting air traffic and aircraft operations
- Build graphical user interfaces for scenario editors, instructor dashboards, and simulation controls
- Support distributed, networked simulation environments
- Help design an intelligent aviation training system with performance analytics
- Explore artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in simulation and training
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: - Proficiency in Java, C++, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python
- Experience developing graphical user interfaces
- Interest in aviation, simulation, or real-time systems
- Basic networking knowledge
- Curiosity about artificial intelligence and machine learning
ADDITIONAL SKILLS A PLUS: - Experience flight simulation
- Knowledge of aircraft dynamics or air traffic operations
- Experience with web dashboards or data visualization
- Exposure to machine learning frameworks
EDUCATION/YEARS of EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: - Engineering, math, and science degrees are required with 3+ years of experience. A master's degree in an appropriate discipline will be considered equivalent to two (2) years of relevant experience. Eight (8) years of relevant experience over and above the minimum experience requirements for the position will be considered equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS: - US Citizenship or documented proof of eligibility to work in the US
- Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation
- Has been living in the US for at least the past 3 years
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:PAY RANGE: - Commensurate with years of experience and education.
BENEFITS: - Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral Bonuses
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount program
This position is currently accepting applications. 
