Computer Scientist - Telemetry Processing

JT4•Magna, UT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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. A Computer Scientist provides software and systems engineering services, generally as a senior member of a work unit or group. This role will focus on the Telemetry Processing (TMProc) system.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of eight years of related experience OR A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of six years of experience OR A PhD in an associated discipline and a minimum of four years of experience
Demonstrated expertise with computer-based systems and applications
Excellent programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
Experience in the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
Extensive knowledge of systems engineering and software development lifecycles
Effective oral and written communication skills
Good planning/organizational skills
Ability to work under deadlines.
U.S. citizenship required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Possession of a state-issued driver's license or other required licenses/certifications.

Responsibilities

Act as the system architect for telemetry processing systems, overseeing the overall design, configuration, and sustainment of the software and hardware infrastructure.
Manage and sustain the TMProc system, including the Best Telemetry Source Selector (BTSS), Acromatics data processing systems, and various real-time display applications (IADS, LabView).
Develop and analyze optimal software-based approaches for complex telemetry processing challenges, including real-time engineering unit (EU) conversion, data switching, and post-flight analysis.
Design, develop, and implement software solutions for real-time TM data display, including strip charts, graphs, and tabular data presentations.
Manage software/system projects related to the TMProc lifecycle, from capturing customer requirements to integration, testing, and final delivery.
Oversee the process for data archiving and retrieval, ensuring the integrity and availability of mission data.
Implement and document software designs, ensuring compliance with configuration management and industry standards.
Provide work direction and technical guidance to subordinate staff on TMProc system maintenance and troubleshooting.
Interact with customers and project managers to define requirements and ensure the successful execution of test missions.
Perform other job-related duties as required.
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.