Advanced Systems Engineer

Description

Acara Solution is looking for a Advanced Systems Engineer for Our client located in Manassas,VA.

Here's what you'd do:

We have an immediate opening for a talented Advanced Systems Engineer on the high-impact USWDSS program, where you'll be at the forefront of software integration, testing, and automation.

As a vital member of our cross-functional team, you'll play a key role in advancing cutting-edge defense technology with your expertise in scripting, virtualization, and networking-particularly with Ansible, Linux, and infrastructure automation.

Dive into meaningful work, drive innovation, and make a difference every day!

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, with a focus on networking, software compatibility, and virtualization in complex system environments.

Plan, execute, and validate software integrations across various stages of the DevOps lifecycle, ensuring seamless deployments and high system reliability.

Utilize DevOps tools and practices (such as CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and containerization) to streamline software integration and reduce time to deployment.

Integrate software deliveries, verify bug fixes, and oversee regression testing to confirm system stability and compatibility across operating systems and hardware configurations.

Apply Agile methodologies by actively participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, and retrospective meetings, contributing to continuous improvement and timely delivery of features.

Design, implement, and maintain high availability and failover solutions using Red Hat High Availability tools (Pacemaker, PCS, DRBD) and other virtualization platforms.

Document and analyze test results, manage test artifacts in alignment with Agile and DevOps principles, and provide valuable input for process improvements that enhance team productivity and product quality. Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering or Science or Engineering or Mathematics

Minimum 5 years of experience with Red Hat High Availability solutions (Pacemaker, PCS, DRBD)

Minimum 5 years of experience with virtualization platforms, including Red Hat Virtualization and VMware

Minimum 5 years of experience in Ansible scripting and automation Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

Master's Degree

Solid understanding of systems engineering principles and technical standards

Effective collaborator who values team success

Strong Linux systems administration skills

Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and Ansible

Basic knowledge of VLAN networking and Bash scripting

Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Sensu Go

Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, and KubeVirt. Additional Information:

Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.

Active Secret DoD Clearance

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person,' as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti-discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.