Software Developer

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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/DUTIES

The Software Developer will work primarily within research and development engineering groups with responsibility for a wide variety of tasks. The primary tasking will be the design and integration of software across a multitude of platforms providing system instrumentation, radar control, and data collection as well servicing a broad spectrum of application development. We are looking for developers who work well in both theoretical and practical domains as part of an iterative process to create innovative solutions for a multitude of software domain challenges. These positions generally require the following abilities which are usually performed within an office environment but also in the field:
• Technical proficiency in any of the following: Embedded software, VxWorks, UI/UX/GUI design, .NET, Visual Studio, WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation), C#, Object Oriented Design, Linux, QNX, Qt (C++), C, Git, Subversion
• Understanding of Requirements Definition, Participatory Design, Usability Engineering, and Usability Testing
• Familiarity with Visual Studio and .NET environments
• Proficiency with C# and Visual Studio on Windows and Linux platforms is desired. A variety of assignments will be performed in planning and overseeing research, design, development, production, testing, installation, integration, sustainment, operation, and maintenance of diverse software for electronic and/or mechanical equipment and systems. The Software Developer will independently perform a range of design, development, analysis, or review tasks under generally established project deadlines. This position may be hired as either a Software Engineer or a Computer Scientist depending upon the qualifications of the applicant. The qualification differences are primarily delineated by Software Engineers requiring an ABET accredited engineering degree while Computer Scientists do not have that requirement. Specific Job Descriptions for each position are located on the company's recruiting website. REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE Note: Candidates with software or computer engineering, or computer science are considered for this opening. The position may be filled at any of the levels listed below. Engineer III: A Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and 4 years of related engineering experience, or an accredited Master of Science in engineering and a minimum of 2 years of related engineering experience, or an accredited doctorate degree in engineering are required for this position. In addition, an Engineer III must possess the following qualifications:
• 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 Engineer II: A Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and 2 years of related engineering experience or an accredited Master of Science in engineering are required for this position. In addition, an Engineer II must possess the following qualifications:
• Professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles
• Familiarity with related engineering fields
• Practical knowledge of test methods and practices sufficient to perform routine to more complex engineering procedures and to prepare or make minor modifications of standard test procedures or test equipment work instructions
• Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools
• Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines Computer Scientist III: One of the following educational requirements must be met for this position:
• A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of 4 years of related experience
• A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of 2 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
• 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 Computer Scientist II: A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and either 2 years of related experience or a master's degree in an associated discipline are required for this position. In addition, a Computer Scientist II must possess the following qualifications:
• Experience with computer-based systems and applications
• Programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
• Familiarity with the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
• Familiarity with systems engineering and software development lifecycles
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Good planning/organizational skills
• Ability to work under deadlines SALARY The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 to $135,000 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 NARRATIVES FOR EMBEDDED SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
• Radar Waveform Development A customer submits radar waveform requirements to our group and after numerous technical interactions a set of waveform specifications is agreed upon which meet their needs and is technically achievable. Numerous trade spaces compatible with existing system capabilities are explored and possible solutions discussed before a final answer is determined. An Embedded Developer then begins decomposing the individual specifications to the necessary hardware instructions and desired system configurations. The coding effort starts with special attention given to unique system parameters critical to ensuring the radar is controlled within strict operating parameters, operates correctly and provides the expected data for collection. The testing aspect of the development effort includes initial measurements of the generated command signals using various test equipment and subsequent follow-on verification of a myriad of system parameters that could cause system or subsystem faults resulting in damage to the radar. The waveform is then put through a series of system level tests to verify the waveform provides exact control timing and data collection instructions to all radars in the system. Data is collected and analyzed using locally developed tools to verify the radar systems are operating correctly, individually and collectively, and producing the intended results. Test Equipment, Hardware and Software used: Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Single Board Computer (SBC), VxWorks OS, Local software created on Visual Studio (C#). In an analogous position, the Embedded Software Developer would create code commanding sensors and collecting sensor data for later analysis.
• Remoting a Digital Quadrature Detector (DQD) - The DQD consists of a Single Board Computer (SBC) and a sampling card used to sample radar data at very high rates which is then sorted and collected for processing. The DQD currently resides in a VME chassis shared with other hardware and this effort removed the DQD from the VME chassis while providing the same capabilities. The primary task moved messaging traffic between the chassis and the DQD into Ethernet to allow the DQD to be remoted and not reliant upon the VME chassis and hardware contained therein. After discussing the task with teammates and stakeholders the Embedded Developer created a set of requirements which specified, and added enhanced capabilities to, the data flow and messaging required to meet overall system specifications. The development created new messages and data injection into the framework to allow remote DQD operation. Continuous integration and testing was performed to ensure incremental success during development. Test Equipment, Hardware and Software used: Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Wireshark, Single Board Computer (SBC), VxWorks OS, Local software created on Visual Studio (C#) . click apply for full job details

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