Linux Infrastructure-as-code Devops Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

Chantilly, VA, US
Base: $135,200.00 - $228,000.00 annually; bonus/eq...
Onsite
Enterprise linux system administration
Infrastructure-as-code with puppet ansible terraform
Security hardening and compliance automation
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, delivering innovative solutions across satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers

Job Summary

  • The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, delivering innovative solutions across satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers.
  • The role involves developing IaC automation to deploy and manage secure Linux systems in both large enterprise and standalone classified networks, supporting mission success of critical national space assets.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including health care, paid time off, 401(k) with company contributions, professional growth programs, and an inclusive work environment built on teamwork and respect.

Matching Summary

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, delivering innovative solutions across satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers.

Salary

Base: $135,200.00 - $228,000.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health care, paid holidays, 401(k) with company contributions, relocation assistance, and professional development

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Enterprise Linux system administration
  • Infrastructure-as-Code with Puppet Ansible Terraform
  • Security hardening and compliance automation
  • Automated Linux system provisioning
  • Git repositories and software development workflow
  • TS/SCI security clearance required

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring and team leadership experience
  • Experience with DISA STIGs compliance
  • Experience in air-gapped standalone networks
  • Certification in Puppet Ansible Red Hat Ubuntu
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Continuous learning and DevOps improvement

Key Requirements

  • BS in CS or Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 4 years enterprise Linux administration experience
  • Minimum 7 years Linux experience for Staff IV level
  • Experience with Puppet, Ansible, Bash, Terraform, Python
  • TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship required
  • Experience with automated provisioning tools
  • Team leadership and mentoring for Staff IV level

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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