What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer (TGF) position at Air Traffic Engineering Co. LLC?
About the Organization
ATEC is a leading engineering and computer science organization providing support to the Federal Aviation Administration since 2005. ATEC has established an internal process that works with clients and industry leaders to identify and bring new opportunities to life. We build creative, forward thinking solutions to support and maintain the FAA National Air Space. Our mission is to provide excellent support in aerospace sciences, by fostering employee innovation and growth.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Location
WJHTC
Description
Software Engineer
This position is located on-site at the FAA WJHTC, at the Atlantic City Airport in New Jersey.
ATEC is looking for Software Engineers to support the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA's) Target Generation Facility (TGF). The TGFdevelops next-generation air traffic simulation tools, aircraft integrations, and graphical training platforms. This role blends real-time systems, graphical user interface development, aircraft dynamics, networking, and emerging artificial intelligence applications.
If you're excited about simulation, aviation, and intelligent systems - we want to hear from you!
WHY THIS ROLE?
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
ADDITIONAL SKILLS A PLUS:
EDUCATION/YEARS of EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
PAY RANGE:
BENEFITS:
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
ATEC is a leading engineering and computer science organization providing support to the Federal Aviation Administration since 2005. ATEC has established an internal process that works with clients and industry leaders to identify and bring new opportunities to life. We build creative, forward thinking solutions to support and maintain the FAA National Air Space. Our mission is to provide excellent support in aerospace sciences, by fostering employee innovation and growth.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Location
WJHTC
Description
Software Engineer
This position is located on-site at the FAA WJHTC, at the Atlantic City Airport in New Jersey.
ATEC is looking for Software Engineers to support the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA's) Target Generation Facility (TGF). The TGFdevelops next-generation air traffic simulation tools, aircraft integrations, and graphical training platforms. This role blends real-time systems, graphical user interface development, aircraft dynamics, networking, and emerging artificial intelligence applications.
If you're excited about simulation, aviation, and intelligent systems - we want to hear from you!
WHY THIS ROLE?
- Work on real-world national airspace research
- Build intelligent, adaptive aviation training systems
- Combine coding, aviation, and emerging technology
- High visibility projects with real operational impact
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Develop simulation software supporting air traffic and aircraft operations
- Build graphical user interfaces for scenario editors, instructor dashboards, and simulation controls
- Support distributed, networked simulation environments
- Help design an intelligent aviation training system with performance analytics
- Explore artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in simulation and training
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
- Proficiency in Java, C , JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python
- Experience developing graphical user interfaces
- Interest in aviation, simulation, or real-time systems
- Basic networking knowledge
- Curiosity about artificial intelligence and machine learning
ADDITIONAL SKILLS A PLUS:
- Experience flight simulation
- Knowledge of aircraft dynamics or air traffic operations
- Experience with web dashboards or data visualization
- Exposure to machine learning frameworks
EDUCATION/YEARS of EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or a Bachelor's degree in another technical field with a minimum of thirty (30) semester hours in a combination of math, statistics, and computer science with 0 to 7 years of experience.
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:
- ship or documented proof of eligibility to work in the US
- Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation
- Has been living in the US for at least the past 3 years
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Cubicle environment
PAY RANGE:
- $60,000-$95,000 (commensurate with years of experience)
BENEFITS:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral Bonuses
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount program
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
Salary : $60,000 - $95,000