Release Train Engineer

Via Logic LLC; Gaithersburg (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Via Logic LLC is seeking a Release Train Engineer in Gaithersburg, MD. This role involves managing build dependencies and ensuring efficient software solutions for aircraft traffic planning.

The candidate will oversee cross-team dependencies and facilitate Scrum meetings, as well as implement automation for development tasks. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and significant experience in a lead role are essential.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule with three days in the office and two days remote.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in a lead capacity.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and release management.

Responsibilities

• Resolve all build dependencies for a successful build.
• Manage cross-team dependencies effectively.
• Run the Scrum of Scrums meeting and remove roadblocks.

Skills

Java

Python

Shell scripting

Ansible

Agile lifecycle management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Rally

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Release Train Engineer who will be the Build Lead for a dynamic team working on the development of software that improves aircraft runway and terminal congestion.

Nationwide congestion is increasing, and the need for efficient aircraft traffic planning is critical. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) is the surface management solution that will provide NextGen Air Traffic Control capabilities to improve air traffic operations in the National Airspace System (NAS). The Terminal Flight Data Management (TFDM) program is a Federal Aviation Administration NextGen program based on airport surface management that provides efficiencies for both the airport surface and terminal airspace by providing a new and comprehensive integrated surface traffic control and management system.

TFDM functions include: Surface Collaborative Decision making (SCDM), departure scheduler and other airport decision tools, Electronic Flight Data (EFD), Enhanced Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) Traffic Flow Management System (TFMS), replacement or integration of multiple systems in the National Airspace System (NAS). TFDM will share data among controllers, aircraft operators, and airports so they can better stage arrivals and departures and manage traffic flow within terminal airspace for greater efficiency.

This position is located in our Gaithersburg, MD office three days a week with two days a week from home.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Resolve all build dependencies including SW/COTS/FOSS to get a successful build
• Manage cross-team dependencies by identifying and helping resolve them in a timely fashion
• Manage SLOC growth by working with the teams to identify growth ahead of time and help the teams manage SLOC
• Help management with validating and providing actual SLOC at the end of each release
• Manage the Build Release Plan, including movement of features from one Release to another, and responsible for working through the Engineering Change Process to update the Baseline Build Release Plan
• Responsible for running the Scrum of Scrums meeting and help work to remove impediments/roadblocks that are impacting the product team’s ability to meet the Build/Release Plan with Product Team Management and Deputy CE Leads; responsible for release planning events prior to the start of each release
• Help teams perform efficiently by identifying/implementing necessary scripts to automate tasks in development tools as much as possible; manage team defects by identifying, validating defects periodically, and guiding the teams to create defects as needed

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics and 5 years of related experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a lead capacity
• Must have thorough working knowledge with at least 3 of the following: Java, Python, shell scripting, Ansible
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and release management
• Experience using Agile lifecycle management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or Rally
• Full life-cycle Software Development experience
• Candidate must be able to obtain/maintain a Public Trust, which requires US Citizenship or Permanent Residency
• Good communication skills

Desired Skills

• Highly organized, demonstrating the ability to work independently at times due to fast-paced and highly productive work environment
• Air Traffic Knowledge and experience working on Air Traffic programs

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.