Computer Scientist III

JT4 LLC; Edwards (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JT4, LLC is seeking a Computer Scientist II to provide software and systems engineering services within a team, supporting DoD test ranges.

The role requires a bachelor’s (or master’s) and security clearance readiness; CompTIA Security+ or equivalent; U.S. citizenship; and the ability to work with customers, perform design, coding, testing, and sustainment. Travel to remote locations may be required. Salary ranges from $127,500 to $140,000 with day-one benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of two years of related experience or a master’s degree.
• CompTIA Security Plus Certification Required or must be obtained within six months from hire date.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Experience with programming and software development lifecycles and system design.

Responsibilities

• Advise team and project managers on technical problems.
• Interact with customers and project managers on a regular basis.
• Develop design of system/software and associated design documentation; conduct design reviews.
• Plan and execute unit, integration, and system testing.
• Provide guidance to subordinate technical staff and maintain customer relations.
• May support pursuit of new business efforts and act as a technical consultant.

Skills

Programming skills

Security

Communication skills

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience or Master’s degree

Job description

Job Description

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

A Computer Scientist II 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 two (2) years of related experience or a master’s degree.

CompTIA Security Plus Certification Required or must be obtained within six months from hire date.

In addition, a Computer Scientist II must possess the following qualifications:

• Programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
• Familiarity with the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
• Experience with systems engineering and software development lifecycles
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Good planning/organizational skills
• Experience with computer-based systems and applications
• 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 $127,500 to $140,000 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

• 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

JT4 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), national origin, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations/modifications to disabled individuals to assist in the hiring process and to qualified individuals with disabilities in the performance of essential job functions, in accordance with federal, state and local law. If you need assistance in completing this application, please contact Recruiting and Staffing at [phone].