DevSecOps Software Engineer (Jr.) Space Programs

Responsibilities

The Dev/Sec/Ops Engineer will support mission-critical NASA ground system operations by designing developing securing integrating and maintaining software and systems that enable reliable telemetry tracking command and data distribution services. The role blends software engineering systems engineering and DevSecOps practices requiring strong analytical and problem solving abilities. The engineer will participate in requirements gathering development testing CI/CD operations security compliance documentation and customer support across both legacy and modernized environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform systems modeling simulation and analysis to develop telemetry tracking and command (TT&C) software solutions.
• Design develop test and troubleshoot mission critical software supporting NASA ground terminal operations.
• Develop maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins Ansible and related automation tooling.
• Implement secure automated deployment workflows supporting containerized applications such as Docker Kubernetes and OpenShift.
• Ensure compliance with NASA security safety and mission assurance requirements including cybersecurity policies and configuration standards.
• Support accreditation and assessment processes aligned with NASA procedural requirements.
• Conduct static code analysis and automated testing using tools.
• Manage hybrid infrastructures including Linux/Windows systems virtualization platforms.
• Provide hands on technical support to NASA operators and mission teams.
• Document system configurations software changes and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with Agile development teams to improve system reliability and performance.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering computer science mathematics or a related technical field and 2 years experience.
• Experience developing software in Linux Unix or Windows environments.
• Proficiency in object oriented programming languages such as Java Groovy Kotlin C or Ada.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and Ansible.
• Hands on experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker Kubernetes OpenShift).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash Python or PowerShell.
• Security clearance - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and to maintain the clearance thereafter.
• You must be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.
• Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with NASA Procedural Requirements (NPRs) related to IT security software assurance or systems engineering.
• Experience developing modern frameworks such as Spring Boot Angular or Vue.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (Selenium Test Automation Framework).
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Ansible Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Experience working with SQL databases or legacy systems such as OpenVMS.
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and customer support skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic mission critical environment.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$66000 - $106000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position the individuals experience education knowledge skills and competencies as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position employees may be eligible for overtime shift differential and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.

Required Experience:

Junior IC