Software Engineer (TGF)
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Software Engineer
READ: This position is 100% on-site at the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Candidates must be able to report to this location as required. Applicants who do not currently reside within commuting distance must be willing to relocate prior to their start date. Relocation assistance is not provided.
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:
Engineering, math, and science degrees are required with 3+ years of experience. A master's degree in an appropriate discipline will be considered equivalent to two (2) years of relevant experience. Eight (8) years of relevant experience over and above the minimum experience requirements for the position will be considered equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:
US Citizenship 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:
Commensurate with years of experience and education.
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