Computer Scientist III

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

A Computer Scientist III provides software and systems engineering services, generally within 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
• Work independently of direct supervision on projects of high complexity
• Use judgment and initiative in developing complex analytical and computational technologies and methodologies for solving problems, which may be technically unique to the industry
• Interpret customer requirements and develop and analyze the most appropriate approach to solve technical problems
• Develop design of system/software and associated design documentation
• Prepare and conduct 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
• Provide work direction or other guidance to subordinate technical staff
• Establish and maintain positive customer relations
• May 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

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 including, but not limited to C#, C++, Python, and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Database manipulation/querying (SQL/PLSQL/MySQL), and Data Structures
• Experience with scripting languages (Python/JavaScript)
• Familiarity with the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Good planning/organizational skills
• Valid state-issued driver's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

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 / 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