Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Software Engineer to be located remotely or in Omaha, NE, in support of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Weather Systems Branch (AFLCMC/ESAW). This position will provide Software Engineering Oversight and Advisory support to the Numerical Weather Models (NWM) program. The role will provide technical guidance on the design, development, and maintenance of secure software solutions, integrated via DevSecOps practices, and ensure security and compliance throughout the Software Development Life Cycle. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on critical national defense systems while working with cutting-edge DevSecOps technologies in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.
This is a full-time position located at Offutt AFB, NE
Responsibilities
DevSecOps & Software Engineering Oversight
- Provide technical guidance and oversight on the design, architecture, and maintenance of secure software solutions delivered by development partners.
- Govern DevSecOps implementation, ensuring automated security testing, code scanning, and vulnerability management are properly integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
- Advise and guide agile teams in translating high-level government requirements into robust technical designs and user stories.
- Evaluate and review automated build, test, deployment, and infrastructure provisioning strategies to ensure alignment with industry best practices.
Technical Strategy & Collaboration
- Apply systems engineering principles to analyze requirements, evaluate architecture feasibility, and advise government stakeholders on technical risks and tool selection.
- Review and refine architecture diagrams, system specifications, and high-level technical documentation.
- Serve as the technical liaison between government lead engineers, users, stakeholders, and development teams to ensure iterative value delivery.
- Participate in agile ceremonies to provide strategic engineering oversight and drive continuous DevSecOps process improvements.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience:
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Secret clearanceEducation: Bachelor's degree in a relevant disciplineYears of Experience: Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience to include:
- 5+ years supporting the DoW
Technical Skills
- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience across the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Strong software design and expertise with secure development practices. Expertise with Python preferred.
- Comprehensive understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
- Proficiency in DevSecOps tools and practices including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and security integration. Experience with GitLab preferred
- Experience with infrastructure as code, containerization, and cloud security practices
Domain Expertise
- Proven experience supporting Department of Defense software development projects
- Understanding of government compliance requirements and security frameworks
- Experience working in classified environments and handling sensitive information
Additional Experience:
Preferred Qualifications:Clearance:Certifications: Current CSSLP or equivalent certification preferredEducation: Master's degreeYears of Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 5 years supporting the DoD
Additional InformationLocation: Offutt AFB, NEOn-site/Hybrid/Remote: Remote opportunity with periodic travel to Offutt AFB, NETravel: 10%
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Active Secret security clearance that must be maintained
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience
- At least 5 years supporting the Department of Defense
- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience across the complete software development life cycle
- Strong software design expertise and secure development practices
- Understanding of agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe
- Proficiency with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and security integration
- Experience with infrastructure as code, containerization, and cloud security practices
- Experience supporting Department of Defense software development projects
- Understanding of government compliance requirements and security frameworks
- Experience working in classified environments and handling sensitive information
- Expertise with Python
- Experience with GitLab
- Current CSSLP or equivalent certification
- Master's degree
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years supporting the Department of Defense
What We Do
Apogee Engineering was founded on the commitment of making a positive difference regardless of venue, agenda or personality. This commitment, infused with integrity and a passion for excellence, has propelled Apogee Engineering into the ranks of an elite small business company, known for unwavering dedication to their client’s success, a warm and family-like work environment, and an enthusiasm to providing the right solution at the right time. If you are interested in joining Apogee Engineering and have a reputation for providing innovative ideas and solutions, are willing to lift and mentor, and are dedicated to professional client support, we are interested in meeting you
