Title: Programmer – AFSOC Software Specialist

Classification: Exempt

Labor Category: Programmer

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Location: Hurlburt Field

Job Summary:

Vertex Solutions is looking for a Software Specialist/Programmer to work on a client site at Hurlburt Field, FL (Fort Walton Beach, FL). This individual will serve as a primary computer programmer for the 492nd Special Operations Wing (492 SOW) training tool software support.

Essential Functions:

• Programming:
• Serve as a primary computer programmer for 492 SOW training tool software support
• Develop training applications using object-oriented approaches in C-family or game engine scripting languages (e.g., Unity)
• Write, update, and maintain object-oriented and scripted virtual reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) gaming applications to enhance 492 SOW flying training programs
• Analyze existing code in order to determine underlying functionality
• Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs within the 492 SOW training website
• Administrative
• Design and load training forms, student questionnaires, and other documents as required
• Consult with management and technical support personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes
• Perform or staff revision, repair, and expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt software to new requirements
• Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users on the use of commercial and Government software and other training website programs as required
• Coordinate 492 SOW updates to various programs ranging from basic internal programs to government owned programs or government utilized program suites
• General
• Scope development work accurately and in-line with time and cost constraints
• Apply quality assurance standards throughout the entire development lifecycle in compliance with company procedures and industry best practices
• Troubleshoot software issues and think creatively to resolve technical challenges and limitations
• Test and debug own work, and other s work, to reduce time spent in the formal QC process
• Communicate with team and project management in a timely and effective manner

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Competencies:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills to assess needs and recommend solutions
• Ability to create products with extremely high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to interact with team members and stakeholders in a problem-solving, constructive manner
• Ability to successfully manage and meet multiple, simultaneous project deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while demonstrating the initiative to complete projects with minimum supervision
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
• Ability to develop and edit content according to specific clients needs
• Basic knowledge of AC-130U/W, MC-130H/P, U-28, MC/PC-12; C-145, C-130J, and other non-standard aviation aircraft

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Work Environment:
This job operates from an office environment.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds as needed. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available during the core work hours of 0900 - 1600. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel:

Travel is not anticipated for this position.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Game Design/Development, Real-Time Interactive Simulation Development, or equivalent, or 4 years of specialized work experience in lieu of a degree
• Understanding of object-oriented software design approaches in C-family languages
• Experience programming virtual reality simulations using the Unity game engine
• Understanding of 3D and VR application development including scene building and modification, integration of 3D models, textures, materials, shaders, and sounds
• Strong understanding of the fundamentals of software engineering principles and how to apply them to design and develop robust, efficient, scalable, and maintainable applications
• Strong collaboration and communication skills within distributed project teams
• Ability to obtain a government security clearance required, active clearance a plus

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• None

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Background checks - criminal, civil, employment, and education required. Drug screening in compliance with drug-free workplace standards. Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Vertex Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and prohibits, in all employment-related practices and decisions, discrimination, harassment, or prejudicial treatment against any person based on race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, age, disability, veteran status, or otherwise as provided by federal, state, or local law.