Software Factory Engineer III

Lever, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 121,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Aether Aerospace seeks a Software Factory Engineer III to join a Defense Technology platform delivering mission software and cloud-based solutions for DoD customers. You will integrate CI/CD, source control, security controls, and observability into reusable workflows and onboard programs using Platform One, ODIN, and DAF CloudWorks.

You will collaborate with developers, cybersecurity personnel, and government stakeholders to improve developer experience, performance, and reliability while

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience building and operating CI/CD pipelines, automated tests, artifact workflows, and reusable delivery templates.
• Experience onboarding or supporting applications in an established software factory or shared development platform, including access, toolchain integration, and release workflows.
• Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure and container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Understanding of DevSecOps security scanning, vulnerability remediation, monitoring, and RMF/ATO processes.

Responsibilities

• Integrate source control, CI/CD, artifact repositories, container registries, automated testing, security scanning, secrets management, and observability into software delivery workflows.
• Work with program teams and factory providers to assess application fit, prepare onboarding information, obtain access, and map existing development and release processes to available factory services.
• Configure and use established software factories to build, test, secure, and deploy program applications.
• Develop and maintain reusable CI/CD templates, infrastructure-as-code modules, container baselines, and deployment patterns.
• Automate builds, tests, vulnerability checks, artifact promotion, deployments, and monitoring across development, test, and production environments.
• Implement security controls and evidence collection within delivery workflows; address RMF/ATO findings.
• Provision and configure cloud and container services, including Kubernetes and secrets, within approved environments.
• Troubleshoot onboarding, integration, pipeline, deployment, and performance issues; document fixes and improve the shared platform.
• Create self-service documentation and onboarding guidance for development teams.

Skills

CI/CD

Platform One

ODIN

DAF CloudWorks

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Python

Docker

Kubernetes

RMF/ATO

Bash/PowerShell

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK Stack

Job description

Start Date: Immediate

JHNA,CTS I, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domainexpertiseacross Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.

The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation

OVERVIEW

Full-time/Permanent Employee

Location: Remote

As a Software Factory Engineer III, you will implement and aid mission software teams in the onboarding and use of software factory capabilities. You will integrate development tools, cloud services, CI/CD pipelines, security controls, and observability into reliable workflows, using reusable templates and automation to reduce the effort required to onboard applications. You will work with programs that use established Department of the Air Force software factories, such as Platform One, ODIN, and DAF CloudWorks, and help teams navigate their onboarding, access, application integration, security, and release processes. Working under general direction, you will independently resolve complex technical issues and collaborate with developers, cybersecurity personnel, and government stakeholders to improve the developer experience and delivery outcomes.

RESPONSIBLTIES

• Integrate source control, CI/CD, artifact repositories, container registries, automated testing, security scanning, secrets management, and observability into software delivery workflows

• Work with program teams and factory providers to assess application fit, prepare onboarding information, obtain access, and map existing development and release processes to available factory services

• Configure and use established software factories, including Platform One, ODIN, or DAF CloudWorks as applicable, to build, test, secure, and deploy program applications

• Develop and maintain reusable CI/CD templates, infrastructure-as-code modules, container baselines, and deployment patterns that teams can adopt with minimal customization

• Automate builds, tests, vulnerability checks, artifact promotion, deployments, and operational monitoring across development, test, and production environments

• Implement security controls and evidence collection within delivery workflows in coordination with cybersecurity and RMF/ATO teams; address application-specific control responsibilities and findings

• Provision and configure cloud and container services, including identity, networking, storage, compute, Kubernetes, and secrets, within approved environments

• Troubleshoot onboarding, integration, pipeline, deployment, and performance issues; document fixes and improve the shared platform

• Create self-service documentation, examples, and onboarding guidance so development teams can use factory capabilities effectively

• Provide technical guidance to application teams on factory tools, DevSecOps practices, and secure releases

• Maintain configuration standards, monitor service health and delivery metrics, and improve reliability and developer experience

• Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions

• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded

• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area

• Participate in growth efforts as requested

• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction

• Complete personal PDP and attend Staff Meeting and Storytime (with camera on)

• Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients

• Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements

• Perform other related duties as assigned

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance: Active TS/SCI
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 5 - 7 years of experience, or a Master's and 3 to 5 years of experience in software factory engineering, DevSecOps, cloud/platform engineering, IT operations, or software development

• Hands‑on experience building and operating CI/CD pipelines, automated tests, artifact workflows, and reusable delivery templates

• Experience onboarding or supporting applications in an established software factory or shared development platform, including access, toolchain integration, and release workflows

• Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation and scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell

• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure and container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

• Understanding of DevSecOps security scanning, vulnerability remediation, monitoring, and the application team’s role in RMF/ATO processes

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience using Platform One, ODIN, DAF CloudWorks, or a comparable DoD software factory as an application team member or onboarding engineer

• Experience with artifact repositories, hardened containers, SBOMs, secrets management, and software supply-chain controls

• Familiarity with observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, or ELK Stack

• Experience creating developer documentation or self-service onboarding workflows for multiple teams

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and responsibly integrating AI-assisted or agentic development tools into delivery workflows

• Familiarity with AI-assisted development and agentic workflows, including coding agents, MCP integrations, automated tests, and documentation, with human review and configuration control

$121,199 - $150,584 a year

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility Aether Aerospace allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement and savings.

Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.