Description
Job Description
LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is seeking a Systems Engineer to serve as a DevOps Engineer within the FAA's cloud infrastructure and systems modernization program. This position provides advanced engineering and automation expertise to design, implement, and optimize cloud-based solutions supporting FAA mission systems. The engineer applies DevOps methodologies and automation tools to streamline infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and system maintenance across multiple environments.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated deployment pipelines for cloud infrastructure and applications using modern DevOps tools and frameworks.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions to manage configuration, scaling, and updates of FAA systems in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Develop automation scripts, playbooks, and workflows to improve system reliability, consistency, and repeatability.
• Support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes to enhance development efficiency and reduce operational risk.
• Collaborate with system architects, developers, and operations personnel to define and refine system requirements, automation goals, and integration points.
• Perform system engineering activities including requirements analysis, design documentation, testing, and implementation.
• Monitor system performance and implement automated solutions to enhance scalability, resilience, and security.
• Ensure all automation and DevOps processes comply with FAA security, configuration management, and change control policies.
• Provide technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and maintenance guides related to automated systems and pipelines.
Required Qualifications
• Proven experience in DevOps engineering, automation, or systems integration roles.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering, DevOps, or cloud automation
• Hands-on expertise with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, or similar).
• Strong understanding of cloud environments (AWS preferred), containerization (Docker, OpenShift, or Kubernetes), and automated deployment strategies.
• Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and configuration management tools.
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to cross-functional teams in a complex technical environment.
About LS Technologies
At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, we're enhancing our nation's critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees' needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners. In 2024 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization.
EEO Commitment
LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Requesting an Accommodation
LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email hr@lstechllc.com or speak with your recruiter.
Compensation (Pay Bands)
Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.
The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40 hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and is just one component of LSTs total compensation package for employees. ** In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C."
Benefits offered to all employees who work 30+ hours per week: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.
Life at Tetra Tech:
- The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: TetraTechCareers; X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
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