Associate Test Data Programmer

Key Responsibilities

• Support test operations with sequence programming and system operation
• Support in diagnosing and resolving software defects, system instabilities, and control logic issues within legacy codebases
• Critical software updates required to address known bugs and operational limitations
• Collaborate with AFRL engineers, technicians, and government stakeholders to implement system improvements
• Analyze system performance and recommend enhancements to improve reliability and maintainability
• Support in creation documentation packages of operations and newly created software
• Support in development of legacy replacement software including, GUI front ends utilizing C# .NET WPF as well as future back-end replacement of I/O control
• Support integration of control systems with facility hardware, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
• Participate in system testing, validation, and operational readiness activities
• Ensure proper configuration management and version control of all software changes using Git
• Coordinate with third-party vendors when additional technical support or clarification is required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 0-2 Years of Experience
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and sustain legacy software systems with limited documentation
• Experience working in large scale test facility environments (vacuum systems, environmental simulation, or similar)
• Strong understanding of control systems, instrumentation, and hardware/software integration
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and system architecture diagrams
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming experience in C#/WPF
• Direct experience with PCON (Aerojet DDAS/TCON, Pacific Instruments) systems or comparable real-time industrial control systems (LabView/Allen-Bradley)
• Experience in addressing software issues related to aging or unsupported vendor systems
• Knowledge of data acquisition systems and real-time monitoring tools
• Experience with configuration management and version control (e.g., Git)
• Understanding of DoD cybersecurity requirements (RMF, STIG compliance)
• Experience supporting contract transitions or knowledge transfer efforts