Computer Scientist - openMCT (Vue/Java)

Location: On-site at Edwards AFB, California, United States. Travel to remote company work locations may be required.

Salary: $135,000–$165,000 annually.

Company

JT4 provides engineering and technical support for U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy test ranges through the Joint Range Technical Services Contract.

What you will do

• Direct software and systems engineering services within a working group.
• Design and develop modular Java software using enterprise frameworks such as Spring Boot.
• Build REST APIs, WebSockets, and real-time data integrations between Java backends and Vue frontends.
• Work with time-series and telemetry data to create complex visualizations.
• Identify risks, provide technical guidance and mentorship, maintain documentation, and support system stability.
• Debug and test frontend and backend applications while collaborating through Git-based workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline with at least 4 years of related experience, or a master’s degree with at least 2 years of experience, or a PhD.
• Expert proficiency in Java and enterprise frameworks, plus strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern web development.
• Experience with REST APIs, WebSockets, real-time data integration, telemetry data, frontend and backend testing, and Git.
• Knowledge of computer-based systems, systems engineering, software development lifecycles, and technical documentation.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• A valid state-issued driver’s license is required.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of aerospace and mission-control telemetry concepts.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance active on day one.
• Life and disability insurance, health savings account and FSA options.
• Paid time off and 401(k) options with employer matching and immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Work is performed in a typical office environment.