Mid-level Platform Engineer

Description

OCH Technologies is seeking an experienced Mid-level Platform Engineer to join our team on an FAA modernization project. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of secure, scalable, and automated platform environments supporting mission‑critical aviation systems. You will contribute to the full lifecycle of infrastructure and Dev Ops capabilities — from architecture and deployment to optimization and maintenance — ensuring operational excellence in a secure government environment.

Hybrid – commutable to Egg Harbor, NJ or Washington, D.C.

• Design, deploy, and manage automated platform solutions ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.
• Maintain and optimize platform infrastructure, including provisioning, patching, upgrades, and monitoring.
• Build and/or manage CI/CD pipelines for containerized and microservice‑based applications.
• Create and maintain automation scripts using Bash, Python, or other scripting languages to streamline operations.
• Implement security controls, RBAC, and compliance monitoring aligned with FAA and federal standards.
• Develop and manage Helm charts for application deployment and configuration management.
• Administer and monitor message broker systems such as Rabbit
  
  MQ, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
• Collaborate with development teams to containerize Java applications and optimize runtime environments.
• Manage and harden Linux‑based systems, ensuring compliance with security and performance standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in deployment, configuration management, and system reliability.
• Document configurations, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Participate in integration, verification, and validation activities for new system deployments.
• Support technical reviews, briefings, and stakeholder engagements.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies to enhance platform capabilities and efficiency.

Responsibilities may evolve over time to support team and organizational goals but will remain consistent with the overall scope of the role.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Math or Science

• At least five (5) years’ experience in platform engineering, Dev Ops, or cloud infrastructure roles
• Strong Dev Ops background including CI/CD pipeline creation and automation (e.g., Jenkins, Git Lab CI, ArgoCD)
• Proficiency with Open Shift and Kubernetes administration and troubleshooting
• Experience with Helm, Docker, and container orchestration best practices
• Hands‑on experience managing Rabbit
  
  MQ or similar message broker technologies
• Proficiency in Java application environments and runtime management
• Scripting skills in Bash, Python, or similar languages
• Solid understanding of Linux systems administration and shell environments
• Solid grasp of networking, storage, and security concepts within hybrid and cloud environments
• Proven ability to design and maintain monitoring, observability, and alerting systems.

Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

• Prior experience supporting FAA, DoD, or other air navigation service providers.
• Familiarity with National Airspace System (NAS) architecture or similar critical infrastructure.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer, AWS Solutions Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve system issues effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and convey technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience working effectively in a secure and regulated environment.

At OCH, we are more than just a government contracting firm; we are innovators and leaders in providing cutting‑edge IT services and cybersecurity solutions. Driven by a set of fundamental values, we excel in creating secure, efficient, and forward‑thinking solutions that empower…