Engineer - Software

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. For work specific to Colorado Springs, JT4 supports the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) -- Electronic Domain portion of the Space Range.

JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

A Software Engineer V serves as a principal investigator and individual contributor to contract research, software development, integration, and sustainment projects. Will provide supervision, oversite and support of systems, integration and test engineering activities for the Transportable Range Operations Center (TROC) and associated/related sub-systems and equipment.

Employee will be responsible for performing the following functions/duties:

• Designs, implements, tests, and deploys software projects.

• Provides technical guidance, mentoring, direction and assistance to other engineering team members.

• Reviews modifications to system software to ensure compatibility with existing hardware and software.

• Works closely with project management, hardware engineering, communications engineering, configuration management, quality assurance and operations support to ensure proper integration of software engineering with the other disciplines involved in the project.

• Ability to solicit and document detailed product requirements; writes technical data packages in support of software development or modifications.

• Develop and apply advanced methods, theories, and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex and difficult system design requirements and problems

• Conduct investigations of considerable complexity

• Provide technical consultation to other organizations or customers

• Direct interface with internal and external customers at all levels from quotation to final design

• Act as liaison for test activities, design reviews, and technical working group meetings to comply with requirements and specifications

• Plan, conduct, and technically direct projects or major phases of significant projects requiring the expert application of advanced knowledge

• Review completion and implementation of systems additions and/or enhancements and recommend corrections in technical application and analysis to management

• Develop, update and maintain engineering documents and artifacts in support of systems, integration and test engineering

• Provide weekly, monthly and quarterly reports and status updates on engineering projects

• Represent the company as technical advisor in high-level meetings and briefings with company and customer personnel

• Prepare, deliver, and submit technical papers and perform engineering studies

• Support development of technical proposals and provide comments on the technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work

• Act as a company/industry expert resource on the most complex engineering problems

• Maintain technical project responsibility for assigned tasks and advise management of progress in support of the technical and administrative direction of project operations

• Conduct site visits and experimental investigations and analyze engineering problems, propose solutions and alternatives, and provide recommendations

• Develop, interpret, and implement technical and administrative operating policies and procedures

• Perform other job-related duties, as required

SOFTWARE ENGINEER V - DESIRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• At least seven years of experience with computer programming using Golang, C#, and JavaScript/TypeScript. Python is a plus.

• Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Radio Frequency (RF) systems.

• Using and deploying software onto Linux servers (Specifically Ubuntu).

• Designing Windows and Linux applications and graphical user interfaces.

• Web Applications and Services toolsets ( React, JavaScript/TypeScript, ASP).

• Experience with NodeJS.

• Database development (MSSQL, PostgreSQL, TimescaleDB).

• Docker and containerization (Kubernetes is a plus).

• Message broker technologies such as RabbitMQ.

• Data visualization libraries such as Plotly.js.

• Experience using WebSockets.

• Using, building, and maintaining RESTful APIs.

• Experience with data serialization using JSON and Protobuf.

• Experience with SNMP.

• Experience with UDP/TCP packet processing.

• Experience with Git, Gitlab and/or Github.

• Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience with Open Source software and systems.

• Knowledge and understanding of formal software development standards and software development processes to include the Software Capability Maturity Model.

• Knowledge and understanding of industry standard and government application security requirements.

• Ability to deploy and troubleshoot network applications and systems.

• Ability to perform system administration activities in Windows, Unix, and Linux operating system environments.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and 14 years of related engineering experience, or an accredited Master of Science in engineering and a minimum of 10 years of related engineering experience, or an accredited doctorate degree in engineering and a minimum of 8 years of related engineering experience are required for this position.

In addition, a Software Engineer V must possess the following qualifications:

• Well-established, substantial, professional reputation in one or more of the principal technical disciplines of the company

• Demonstrated ability to direct senior technical personnel in project assignments involving research, development, integration, and sustainment of complex systems or processes

• Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools

• Superior communications skills, both verbal and written, in day-to-day project activities as well as in briefing customers and in writing reports and proposals

• Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $104,000 to $160,000 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 and use of a computer terminal; constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing 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: JENG17; A2STTR