Senior Software Developer at J.F. Taylor, Inc.

The Senior Software Developer will lead teams developing state-of-the-art military aircraft simulations. The work will involve mentoring junior developers and engineers, prioritizing and assigning tasks, performing code reviews to enforce JFTI and project-specific coding standards, ensuring software is properly tested, and providing direct assistance to customers worldwide.

The position requires knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• In-depth knowledge of aircraft systems and avionics (navigation, communication, propulsion, flight control systems).
• Solid understanding of aerodynamics, flight dynamics, and the principles of flight for modeling realistic aircraft behavior.
• Familiarity with military combat tactics, flight maneuvers, and training requirements for combat aircraft simulations.
• Deep understanding of networked simulation environments (e.g., Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS), High-Level Architecture (HLA), Tactical Data Link simulation).
• Knowledge of sensor and weapon system modeling (radars, infrared, electronic warfare, missile systems).
• Familiarity with software version control tools such as Git.
• Strong grasp of numerical methods and physics engines to simulate real-world behavior in aircraft systems (e.g., force, drag, lift, engine performance).
• Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or software-in-the-loop (SIL) simulation environments.
• Experience with real-time 3D graphics, using libraries such as OpenGL, DirectX, or proprietary visualization tools for rendering simulation environments.
• Cybersecurity practices in defense systems, especially in safeguarding mission-critical software and simulations from vulnerabilities.

Position Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on real-time simulation, embedded systems, or high-performance computing.
• 5+ years of experience in developing and implementing simulation models, particularly in military or aerospace domains (aircraft systems, avionics, or flight dynamics).
• Hands-on experience in C/C++, including modern versions of the languages (C++11/14/17), for performance-critical and large-scale systems.
• Strong background in simulation frameworks (e.g., DIS, HLA, or proprietary military simulation protocols).
• Familiarity with physics-based modeling, including aerodynamic models, control systems, and sensor simulations (radar, GPS, etc.).
• Experience in using simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, FlightGear, JSBSim, or other flight simulators.
• Solid understanding of multithreading concepts for high-concurrency applications.
• Proven ability to design, develop, and integrate software for flight control systems, mission planning systems, or weapon simulation.
• Experience working on projects adhering to military standards (e.g., MIL-STD-6016, MIL-STD-1760).
• Experience with software testing, including unit testing, integration testing, and system-level testing within a simulation environment.
• Experience leading fast-paced, iterative development cycles.
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English, speaking and writing.

Salary Range commensurate with experience 

Full-Time 

Level of Clearance Required: Secret Eligible 

Amount of Travel          Up to 15% 

About the Organization: J.F. Taylor, Inc. was founded as an engineering firm in 1983 by John F. Taylor, a retired Naval Aviation Officer and engineer. With over 500 employees and $200 million in annual revenues, we have continually leveraged our engineering foundation in systems engineering, software development, and the design and production of high fidelity training devices. Our capabilities include the design, manufacture and fabrication of single prototypes and the high-volume production of aircraft and maritime kits and components.

Competitive salaries and benefits are critical to attracting and retaining excellent employees. We recognize that happy employees lead to continuity, experience, and quality work.

Our benefits package for all permanent, full-time employees includes:

• Four Weeks of Paid Leave
• Ten Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance, including Medical, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Company HSA/HRA Contributions
• Dental Insurance
• Term Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• IRS Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan
• Supplemental Health Coverage Plans
• Supplemental Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• Tuition Assistance
• Reduced Rates for Corporate Fitness Membership

Req Number     ENG-25-00008 

EOE Statement              J.F. Taylor is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. 

This position is currently accepting applications.