{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b446fc115d0d46bc426f3aec","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b446fc115d0d46bc426f3aec","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b446fc115d0d46bc426f3aec","title":"Associate / Staff Software Release Engineer","description":"SciTec, a Firefly Aerospace Company, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented engineer to support our programs delivering Next-Generation Missile Warning software. This is a unique opportunity to join a business delivering core capabilities for National defense. You will work within a fast-paced team delivering end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence.ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain CI pipelines (GitLab CI) for automated testingMaintain software baselines and support timely delivery of softwareFacilitate testing across development and test environments using Kubernetes and HelmCompleting assigned tasks to meet program schedule milestonesParticipating in test engineering artifact reviewsOther duties as assignedRequirementsA bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer scienceU.S Citizenship and eligibility for a DoD security clearanceStrong collaboration skills and the ability to work in a team environmentGood verbal and written communication skillsDetail orientedThe ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearanceCandidates With The Following Qualifications Will Be PreferredExperience with testing Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) processing systems1 year of experience in software development or test automation (preferably in Python)Experience with formal requirements verification for Government programsExperience building and maintaining automated test frameworks for cloud infrastructureFamiliarity with Git, Python, CI/CD tools, container orchestration with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, HelmAn active DoD security clearanceBenefitsSciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required) 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options80% company paid Dental insurance100% company paid Vision insurance100% company paid Life insurance100% company paid Long-term Disability insuranceShort-term Disability insuranceAnnual Profit-Sharing PlanDiscretionary Performance BonusPaid Parental LeaveGenerous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick PayFlexible Work HoursThe pay range for this position is $88,000 - $124,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. 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