Computer Scientist (Junior Level)

The selected candidate will support cloud infrastructure and software development activities for the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) NAS Innovation and Emerging Concepts (NIEC) laboratory at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) in Pomona, NJ. This position will primarily support cloud-based research and development efforts utilizing Amazon Web Services (AWS), containerization technologies, and modern software development practices. Candidates should possess a foundation in software engineering, programming concepts, and cloud technologies.

Additional Responsibilities Include:

Support the development, deployment, and maintenance of cloud-based systems and applications

Assist with the configuration and management of AWS cloud environments

Participate in software development, testing, integration, and troubleshooting activities

Develop and maintain software applications utilizing a variety of programming languages and technologies

Support research, prototyping, and simulation activities, including projects utilizing the Godot game engine

Collaborate with engineers, researchers, and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions supporting FAA research initiatives

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for a Position of Public Trust. Candidates should be aware that completion of the FAA security onboarding process may require two or more months prior to beginning work., 0-2 years of relevant experience

Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud technologies

Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker, Docker Compose, Kubernetes, or Amazon EKS

Knowledge of computer programming languages and software development principles

Experience developing software applications using languages such as Python, C++, Java, JavaScript, Tcl, or Bash

Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve software and system issues

Experience with the Godot game engine is preferred

Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

AWS cloud certification(s) are preferred

Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and tools such as Terraform is preferred

Understanding of DevSecOps principles and modern software development practices is preferred, Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field. Years of relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree.

$65,000 - $70,000 Annually

Available Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance. PTO based on Years of Service & Paid Holidays. 401(k) with annual employer contribution and Tuition Reimbursement. Full Summary available on request., ECS and JVN are dedicated to providing innovative technology solutions in the field of Air Traffic Control Systems. As a recognized leader is this area, our success is based on our greatest asset - our employee team of experts, consisting of diversified professionals whose expertise is constantly evolving and staying well ahead of industry trends. We are dedicated to our employees, offering a very competitive compensation and benefits package.

This role requires full-time onsite support at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) in Pomona, NJ. Remote work is not supported for this position.