Senior Linux Systems and Automation Engineer

General Dynamics • San Antonio, TX

194d • $136,248 - $147,425

About The Position

Join our team as a Linux Systems and Automation Engineer at General Dynamics Mission Systems to help create mission-critical systems that keep people safe. Work on groundbreaking technologies and make a real impact. You will analyze solution alternatives and recommend technical solutions that best meet requirements, perform system integration, testing, and validation processes for new capabilities and regression use cases, and ensure systems meet security specifications. Collaborate with all departments within the program, from lab integration to operational support of the enterprise operational network. Manage the integration of system changes and new capabilities through deployment to the production system. Engage in research and data analysis to choose the best standards and tools for system development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a specialized area; or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire.
• Candidates must be able to obtain a Polygraph.
• A minimum of an IAT Level II (DoD 8570/8140.01) certification is required at the time of hire: e.g., CompTIA Security+, GSEC, SSCP, and CCNA-Security.
• Proficiency in systems engineering concepts and tools.
• Experience with requirements analysis and deployment preparation.
• Extensive knowledge of utilizing automated means for deployment and sustainment of operational systems.
• Ability to analyze and resolve system design issues.
• Proficiency in OS and hardware/software troubleshooting and performance tuning.
• Ability to apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and address vulnerabilities.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Architecture Frameworks and project management principles.
• Ability to convert requirements into thorough test documentation.
• Experience with the creation of Ansible Playbooks.
• Knowledge of Structured Agile Framework (SAFe) principles.

Nice To Haves

• Senior level experience with multi-level systems and hands-on experience in Linux OS (Red Hat 7 and 8; PitBull 7 and 8).
• Experience with the implementation and deployment of automation tools such as Ansible, Satellite, Ansible Tower/Ansible Automation Platform (AAP).
• Thrive on troubleshooting and solving real-world enterprise systems issues.
• Develop innovative solutions for complex problems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to team projects.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Driven to pursue continuous improvement for yourself, the quality of work product, and mission delivery results.
• Stay updated on technology trends and communicate them effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze solution alternatives and recommend technical solutions that best meet requirements.
• Perform system integration, testing, and validation processes for new capabilities and regression use cases.
• Ensure systems meet security specifications.
• Collaborate with all departments within the program, from lab integration to operational support of the enterprise operational network.
• Manage the integration of system changes and new capabilities through deployment to the production system.
• Engage in research and data analysis to choose the best standards and tools for system development.

Benefits

• Exciting career opportunities with continuous learning and development.
• Competitive benefits including 401k matching, flexible time off, healthcare, and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree