Computer Scientist

​​ASRC Federal Advanced Research LLC (AFAR)​ is seeking a ​Computer Scientist​ to join our ​Tower Data Link System (TDLS)​ team that supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This is a ​full-time​ ​on-site​ position at the ​Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC)​ in ​Oklahoma City, OK​. 

​​TDLS program is a National Airspace System automation system that delivers digital pre-departure clearances (PDCs) and other terminal services directly to flight deck crews and airline dispatch computers. It eliminates the need for lengthy, repetitive voice read-backs over congested radio frequencies.​ 

Citizenship/Permanent Residency Requirement 

All candidates must have the following to pass the Federal Background Investigation and obtain the FAA Public Trust security clearance.

• Be a US Citizen.
• Has resided in the US for three (3) consecutive years.
• RealID Driver’s License/ID or current US Passport. 

Relocation Requirement 

Candidate must reside or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance to the ​Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC)​ in ​Oklahoma City, OK​. 

Education & Experience Requirement 

All non-US Degrees must have a US Equivalency Certificate provided by the candidate at the time of application.

• A ​Bachelors​ degree in ​Computer Science or related IT fields, with a minimum of thirty (30) semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science may be substituted in lieu of the computer science degree, depending on other qualifications and experience.​
• Experience with NAS facilities, systems, and equipment is ​desired​.
• 3 - 6​ years of related work experience.  

Required Skills 

• ​​Proficient in programming languages and scripts used in model and tool development (C, C++, Python).
• Ability to:
  • Work independently, as well as on a team, in an agile environment.
  • Research, troubleshoot and problem solve quickly.
  • Learn on the job/willing to self-teach.
  • Communicate effectively through verbal and written communication with high organization. 

Preferred Skills 

• ​​Working knowledge of high-level languages (Python, Perl, Ruby).
• Experience with shell scripting (sh, bash).
• Understanding of the importance of testing throughout all phases of the software development process.​ 

Essential Daily Job Duties 

• ​​Research, design, develop, test, evaluate, and maintain integrated computer hardware and software systems.
• Manage computer systems architecture, integration, software programming, development, review, audit, testing, configuration management, requirements, and changes.
• Provide support using programming languages such as JAVA, C, C++, and Python.
• Offer scripting support with languages like Perl and Shell.
• Execute software projects with knowledge of the full software design lifecycle from requirements gathering to production.
• Develop software that interfaces with external devices.
• Utilize test equipment including logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and data acquisition tools.
• Debug complex systems and conduct reviews, audits, and testing.​ 

Work Environment 

• Standard flexible work schedule.
• Travel is <10 and at will to the FAA customer.
• Cubicle environment.