GMD DevSecOps Engineer

AeroVironment, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a GMD DevSecOps Engineer to architect, build, and scale the IDDE DevSecOps environment across hybrid cloud. You will deploy containerized applications with Kubernetes, implement CI/CD pipelines, and automate infrastructure via Terraform.

The role requires security-focused design and collaboration with cyber engineers to meet STIG and DoD requirements. Work will involve Windows AD, SCCM, and managing deployments in AWS/Azure, with a strong emphasis on high

Qualifications

• Master's degree or BA/BS with extensive experience as described.
• Active Secret clearance is required.
• Hands-on Terraform IaC deployments in complex environments.
• Proficiency building, deploying, and managing Kubernetes clusters.
• Experience designing automated CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps).
• Operational cloud experience in Azure and AWS.
• Windows Server admin, AD, GPOs, SCCM experience.
• STIG analysis, deployment orchestration, and security tooling integration.
• Knowledge of ITAR/EAR compliance and U.S. person status may be required.

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and scale the IDDE DevSecOps environment.
• Provision infrastructure with Terraform for scalable, repeatable deployments.
• Deploy and manage containerized apps using Kubernetes with high availability.
• Design and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines across tools.
• Administer Windows AD, SCCM, and related identity/configuration services.
• Collaborate with cyber engineers on STIG evaluation and implementation.
• Embed security and code scanning tools into CI/CD pipelines.
• Support delivery objectives and maintain comprehensive infrastructure documentation.

Skills

Terraform

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Active Directory

SCCM

STIG analysis

GitLab CI

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

Education

Master's degree in a related field

BA/BS with 20+ years experience in lieu

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes

GitLab CI

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

Windows Active Directory

SCCM

Job description

Worker Type Regular Job Description AV is looking for a highly talented, team-oriented GMD DevSecOps Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will provide critical support to GM's Digital Acquisition & Infrastructure team and primarily be responsible for architecting, building, and scaling the DevSecOps Environment within the Integrated Digital Data Environment (IDDE). Architect and provision the IDDE DevSecOps environment using Terraform to ensure scalable, repeatable, and version-controlled infrastructure deployments. Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications and microservices using Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and resilience for mission-critical workloads. Design, implement, and maintain advanced continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD pipelines) to fully automate software building, testing, and deployment processes. Act as a system administrator within the IDDE across hybrid cloud environments (AWS and Azure). Manage tool deployment, infrastructure configuration, Windows Active Directory, and user account management. Collaborate with cyber engineers to execute STIG evaluation, analysis, and implementation. Embed automated security and code scanning tools directly into the CI/CD pipelines to ensure high software security standards. Support deliverable and release objectives, create comprehensive product/infrastructure documentation, and manage complex deployment orchestration.

Required:

• Education/Experience: Master of Science or Master of Arts degree and 12+ years of experience OR a BA/BS degree from an accredited institution of higher learning and 20+ years of experience in lieu of the MA/MS degree requirement.
• Active Secret clearance
• Hands‑on experience using Terraform for complex Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments.
• Proficiency in building, deploying, and managing containerized environments using Kubernetes.
• Demonstrated experience designing and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, Azure DevOps).
• Hands‑on operational experience working within enterprise cloud environments, specifically Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• experience in Windows Server administration, Windows Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).
• Demonstrated experience in Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) analysis, deployment orchestration, and security/code scanning tools.
• Prior experience with Integrated Development Environments, such as Coder.
• CompTIA Security+ certification (Required for baseline DoD compliance).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment is required.

Desired:

• Cloud Certifications: Active professional‑level cloud certifications are highly preferred, such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Container Certifications: Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS).
• A familiarity with GitLab for code repositories, pipeline execution, and backlog management.
• ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22CFR§120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K with company matching
• a 9/80 work schedule
• a paid holiday shutdown

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

ITAR About AV

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine‑launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand‑launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real‑time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.