Computer Scientist - Telemetry Processing Lead

JT4 • Edwards AFB, CA

8d • $140,000 - $165,000

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 (J-Tech II). The Computer Scientist–Telemetry Processing Lead will serve as the lead backend software architect and help establish a high-performance engineering team. The role architects, builds, and deploys mission-critical, cloud-native telemetry processing capabilities and services supporting real-time test aircraft operations. It defines cloud architectural standards, mentors developers, and delivers high-throughput, low-latency telemetry solutions for flight test teams.

The position includes architecting a backend solution for next-generation cloud-based telemetry processing, developing APIs for Telemetry Front End processors, creating and maintaining Interface Control Documents, and implementing a web interface for configuration and control. The role applies industry-standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques within systems engineering and software development lifecycles.

Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards. Travel to remote company work locations may be required. The position supports a Federal Government contract and requires U.S. citizenship; the employee must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance and hold a valid state-issued driver’s license.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline and at least 8 years of related experience; master’s degree in an associated discipline and at least 6 years of experience; or Ph.D. in an associated discipline and at least 4 years of experience.
• Demonstrated expertise with computer-based systems and applications.
• Excellent programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks.
• Expert proficiency with Docker, Linux, and C++.
• Proficiency in network programming, including TCP/IP, UDP, and socket programming.
• Knowledge of data decommutation principles, time synchronization, and real-time systems.
• Experience designing and developing APIs for Telemetry Front End processors.
• Experience with data serialization formats.
• Familiarity with telemetry standards, specifically IRIG 106 and IRIG 218-10.
• Experience applying industry-standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of systems engineering and software development lifecycles.
• Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, and oral communication skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead backend software architect and help establish a high-performance engineering team.
• Architect, build, and deploy mission-critical, cloud-native telemetry processing capabilities and services for real-time test aircraft operations.
• Define cloud architectural standards and mentor developers.
• Deliver high-throughput, low-latency telemetry solutions for flight test teams.
• Architect a backend solution for next-generation cloud-based telemetry processing.
• Create and maintain an Interface Control Document (ICD).
• Implement a web interface for configuration and control.
• Apply industry-standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques within systems engineering and software development lifecycles.
• Read, understand, and implement operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of applicable plans, procedures, and policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, active on Day 1.
• Life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan options with employer match; JT4 matches 50% up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior