Computer support specialist Jobs in Henderson, NV

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

A Computer Scientist provides senior-level software and systems engineering services to a variety of projects or customer efforts and has a critical impact on future business and / or existing relationships. Employee will be responsible for the following functions / duties :

• Function as a technical lead, technical manager, or system architect of multiple projects at the department level, as directed by management
• Purse new business efforts, lead proposal efforts, and act as a technical consultant
• Direct and provide guidance to technical staff on complex projects
• Direct / participate in planning, design, and implementation of work within functional scope
• Work independently of direct supervision in pursuit of goals defined by management
• Develop the design of system / software and associated design documentation
• Represent the company to customers, co-contractors, competitors, or other elements with JT4
• Implement design through software coding or hardware and document the design implementation
• Maintain high visibility to the customer and JT4 senior management
• Provide or facilitate the synthesis between multiple technical and management disciplines within the company and those provided by coworkers
• Establish and maintain positive customer relations
• Perform other job-related duties, as required
• Experience in modeling and simulation field
• High degree of proficiency in C++ Desired Qualifications One of the following educational requirements must be met for this position :
• A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of 14 years of related experience
• A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of 10 years of experience
• A PhD in an associated discipline and a minimum of eight years of experience In addition, the Computer Scientist should possess the following qualifications :
• Demonstrated expertise with computer-based systems and applications
• Senior-level programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
• Senior-level expertise in the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
• Extensive knowledge of systems engineering and software development lifecycles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent planning / organizational skills
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Experience with real-time data stream processing
• Experience building graphical user interfaces (GUIs)
• Knowledge of data links (Link-16) 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. Computer Scientist IV : One of the following educational requirements must be met for this position :
• A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of eight years of related experience
• A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of six years of experience
• A PhD in an associated discipline and a minimum of four years of experience In addition, a Computer Scientist IV must possess the following qualifications :
• 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. 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 four years of related experience
• A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of two 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 two 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 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

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 personnel 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; JCORP12 #LI-MS1 Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Protected Veterans / Disabled