What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computer / Systems Analyst position at Spiral Technology, Inc.?
Description:
We are seeking a Computer/Systems Analyst to help build and maintain .NET desktop applications that support day-to-day operations at the Benefield Anechoic Facility, located at Edwards Air Force Base. This position is well suited for recent graduates or early-career developers who enjoy learning new technologies, solving practical problems, and contributing to an established engineering team.
Basic Qualifications:
· Experience with C# and familiarity with .NET.
· Exposure to WPF/XAML (coursework or projects acceptable).
· Basic understanding of SQL Server (queries, tables, relationships).
· Strong written communication and willingness to learn.
Essential Functions/Duties:
· Software Design & Development
· Database & Data Processing
· Testing & Troubleshooting
· Documentation & Coordination
· RF Waveform Generation & Aircraft Testing
Objectives:
· Assist with implementing features in C#/.NET.
· Help build and update WPF user interfaces using XAML.
· Write straightforward, readable code following basic object-oriented principles.
· Learn and apply asynchronous programming patterns (async/await) with guidance.
· Write simple SQL Server queries and update existing stored procedures with supervision.
· Support basic data import tasks and processing of CSV or structured data.
· Contribute to basic unit tests and participate in guided integration testing.
· Help identify and resolve issues in UI bindings, data flow, or SQL logic.
· Assist in maintaining solution structure and resolving common build issues.
· Prepare clear notes, simple technical documentation, and status updates.
· Collaborate with senior engineers, project leads, and end users to understand requirements.
· Learn fundamentals of RF waveform generation
· Assist with calibration of RF generating equipment
· Assist with development, planning, and execution of intricate signals – based scenarios designed to test Electronic Warfare systems on multiple aircraft platforms within an anechoic chamber using the CEESIM radar simulator
· Assist with tasks in support of daily operations within the Benefield Anechoic Facility
Education and Experience Requirements:
· High school diploma or GED equivalent
Desired Qualifications:
· Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field.
· Familiarity with MVVM concepts or desktop UI patterns.
· Familiarity with ELINT/SIGINT collection, analysis, or simulation
· Exposure to dependency injection, logging, or modular application design.
· Basic understanding of ETL/data processing workflows.
· Awareness of software architecture fundamentals or multi-project solutions.
· Interest in UI/UX topics (styling, templates, controls).
· Exposure to CI/CD tools or package management.
· Experience with instrumentation, data acquisition, or similar technical environments.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $104,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- related Engineering: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $104,000