Job Description
Start Date: Immediate
JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.
The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.
OVERVIEW
Full-time/Permanent Employee
Location: Remote
As a DevOps Engineer IV, you will play a critical role in designing, automating, and optimizing infrastructure and deployment solutions to enhance software development, testing, and release processes. You will be responsible for implementing automation tools and frameworks that support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) to accelerate development cycles. Working as an emerging authority, you will develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges, ensuring system security, reliability, and efficiency. Your role will involve collaborating with software developers, engineers, and stakeholders to align development efforts with business needs while maintaining high operational standards. You will exercise considerable latitude in determining approaches to problem-solving and infrastructure improvements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Build and set up new development tools and infrastructure to support scalable and efficient deployment
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand technical requirements and translate them into automated solutions
Automate development, testing, and release processes to enable continuous integration and delivery
Test and examine code written by developers, analyze results, and provide feedback for optimization
Ensure system security by implementing best practices in cybersecurity, vulnerability management, and compliance
Identify technical problems, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, and develop software updates and fixes
Manage infrastructure projects and operational processes to enhance system performance and availability
Design and test automation tools for infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, and scaling
Handle code deployments across multiple environments, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum stability
Monitor key performance metrics, diagnose bottlenecks, and implement strategies for system optimization
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing opportunities for team members
Build, maintain, and monitor configuration standards to ensure consistency across deployments
Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions
Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded
Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
Participate in growth efforts as requested
Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer’s satisfaction
Complete personal PDP and attend Company Meetings (with camera on)
Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients
Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements
Perform other related duties as assigned
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Clearance:Active Secret clearance
Education and Years of Experience:Bachelor’s degree with 8 - 10 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 6 - 8 years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or IT operations
Extensive experience with DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools
Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) technologies such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation
Strong expertise in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including their DevOps tools and services
Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Advanced scripting and automation skills using languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, or ELK Stack
Strong knowledge of security best practices, threat detection, and incident response strategies
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies and DevSecOps principles
Proven ability to lead and mentor junior DevOps engineers while driving best practices across team
$123,601 - $159,000 a year
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility EXPANSIA allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement and savings.
Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
