Software Engineer - JT4 : Job Details

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 Software Engineer III performs a variety of engineering assignments in planning and overseeing research, design, development, manufacturing, testing, installation, integration, sustainment, operation, and maintenance of diverse software, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment and systems. Plans, conducts, and technically implements software engineering projects or major phases of software engineering projects, coordinating the efforts of supporting staff in the performance of work. This may include Project Management duties. Leads software development, testing, deployment, integration, documentation, and maintenance in the support of customer requirements. Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties: • Based on broad objectives from management and customers, independently analyzes, evaluates and integrates solutions to complex technical problems. Encourages optimum design within customer specifications, quality standards, schedule, and funding limitations. • Assists in formulating engineering project requirements to meet the customer's needs and deadlines. • Develops detailed implementation plans to execute and meet project requirements. • 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. • 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. • Ability to solicit and document detailed product requirements; writes technical data packages in support of software development or modifications. • Attends and facilitates meetings as required. • Perform other job-related duties, as required HIGHLY DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of ten years work experience. • At least seven years of experience with computer programming using C, C++, and C#. Ada, FORTRAN, and Assembly Language a plus. • Ability to program in C, C++, and C#. • Experience designing Windows and Linux applications and graphical user interfaces. • Experience with Web Applications and Services toolsets (Vue, React, Java, Java Script, XML, ASP). • Experience with database development (SQL Server, Oracle, Access). • Experience with Open Source software and systems, experience with Jenkins. • Experience with containerization, orchestration, and micro-services architecture, including Docker, Rancher, and Kubernetes. • Experience working with air-gapped networks. • Experience with Hyper-V and/or VMWare. • Knowledge and understanding of formal software development standards and software development processes to include the Software Capability Maturity Model. • Ability to deploy and troubleshoot network applications and systems. • Ability to assist/design in the architecture of new networks, submit requests for hardware/software, and employ it. • Ability to perform system administration activities in Windows and Linux operating system environments. • Sound understanding of network switches and routers. • Ability to effectively interact with system users. • Ability to analyze data, resolve problems, and make decisions independently. • Excellent communication and analytical skills • Ability to write and prepare a variety of technical and user-oriented reports, manual, and other types of written communications. • Ability to cross-collaborate with multiple stakeholders and groups to meet differing requirements. • Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of this position. • Ability to travels as required by the company. LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS Must be able obtain and maintain CompTIA Security Certification. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance. REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE A Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and four years of related engineering experience, or an accredited Master of Science in engineering and a minimum of two years of related engineering experience, or an accredited doctorate degree in engineering are required for this position. • Mastery of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering that enable the employee to serve as a technical authority on projects relating to the specific programs • Knowledge and skill sufficient to apply the latest developments in engineering to solve problems in the specialty area • Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools • Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software • Excellent communication and analytical skills • Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines SALARY The expected salary range for this position is $91,000 to $120,000 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 30 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: JENG17; A2NTTR Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled