Computer Scientist - Sr Level

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

A3 Technology, Inc. is seeking a senior level Computer Scientist to join our Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR-9) team that supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. The ASR-9 is a radar system used by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to monitor air traffic and weather conditions in the United States.The ASR-9 is a primary surveillance radar that provides air traffic controllers with information on aircraft position and weather. This position provides expertise in software requirement analysis, design, design reviews development, software testing, integration, installation and maintenance of complex computer systems.

Essential Job Functions :

• Research, evaluate and test new hardware technology that will be used to replace current obsolete components in the NAS equipment.
• Capture project requirements, design and develop document changes in hardware and software required for future modifications.
• Perform key site testing operations and responsible for preparing the modification kits that will be shipped and installed in the field.
• Responsible for providing 2nd level engineering support for ASR-9 modifications installed in the field.
• Experience with programming in the languages used for NAS and NAS support systems is required. This includes languages such as but not limited to :
• Visual Basic
• VBScript
• HTML
• Knowledge of the NAS system hardware and software, knowledge of FAA procedural requirements, real-time design and development, testing and interface of software and computer hardware systems, regression impact analysis, reliability, maintainability, human factors, standardization and other reengineering regarding FAA missions and NAS systems.
• Perform assignments on a broad range of tasks associated with the implementation of standards techniques, procedures and criteria as they apply to technical tasks.
• Develop new technology, modifies the structure of existing software product and provides technical guidance to complex projects.
• Report issues and problems and recommend solutions.
• Perform other related duties in line with tasks assignments.
• Experience in project management may be required.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming techniques, client / server development, cross-browser development and Unix / Linux CentOS Operating system.
• Review final draft documents for conformity to requirements and completeness.
• Track preparation and delivery status of required deliverables.
• Attend and may lead meetings, design reviews, working groups and briefings.
• Perform system- wide analysis and functional allocations, business process modeling and reengineering, internal operating systems, databases and network architectures.
• Using prescribed methods and information furnished, develops draft inputs to program documentation as it relates to any of the support functions.
• Work independently and in a team environment.
• Full-time position with a standard work schedule.
• Occasional travel.
• Cubicle environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Required :

Preferred :

Education :

Additionally, US Citizenship or documented proof of eligibility to work in the US is a must. Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, candidates will undergo a Government investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for Government clearance. Verification of past employment, education and references is also required. It is imperative that candidates be either a US citizen or a current green card holder with the last 3 consecutive years as a resident of the US.

At A3 Technology, Inc., we take pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer. We're committed to considering all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, national origin, genetic information or any other protected status.