Software Systems Engineer - China Lake

JT4•Ridgecrest, CA

1d•$127,358 - $142,358•Onsite

About The Position

JT4, LLC is seeking a highly proficient Software Systems Engineer with expertise in object-oriented software design, live-virtual-constructive simulation, and aircraft avionics to MIL-STD-1153 and MIL-STD-1773. This role involves managing software/system projects and providing technical guidance. JT4 provides engineering and technical support to U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy test ranges under the J-Tech II contract, developing and maintaining test and training environments to prepare war-fighting capabilities for current and future challenges. This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework. An ideal candidate will have an active secret clearance.

Requirements

Demonstrates a knowledge of standard programming algorithms, design patterns, and object-oriented software design
Demonstrated ability to program using C++ language code, C, and Python 3
Develops parallel processes, threading, process communication
Familiar with utilizing Git for daily code management, including branching, merging, and resolving conflicts within a collaborative development environment
Works proficiently with Git in both Bash (Linux) and Windows environments
Interacts with remote repositories, pushes code updates, and manages local repositories
Adheres to established branching strategies and understands the implications of working with master/production branches
Collaborates with team members to design future enhancements
Familiarity with Red Hat Linux
Familiarity with live-virtual-constructive simulation and aircraft avionics, MIL-STD-1153 and MIL-STD-1773
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
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a DOD Top Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with time-series analysis a plus

Responsibilities

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
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.