Platform Engineer - Operationalizing AI

As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality of service. Powered by our highly skilled work forces, we provide expert consultation on network and weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs with solutions in Digital Transformation, Advanced Engineering, Physical Sciences Research, Platform Lifecycle Support, and Technical Services.

Since our establishment, we have demonstrated and perfected our ability to manage the customer's needs, no matter how complex – offering exceptional service and the Precise solution.

Precise Systems has an immediate need for a Platform Engineer. As a Platform Engineer supporting Naval Operational Architecture, you will play a critical role in operationalizing AI for next-generation naval platforms and systems. You’ll focus on building and managing secure, scalable cloud-based environments to support advanced analytics, AI/ML workloads, and autonomous systems. This position involves hands‑on engineering with cutting‑edge technologies, close collaboration with cross‑functional teams, and direct support of mission‑critical DoD capabilities.

Your work will directly enhance the warfighter’s ability to execute distributed maritime operations and maintain tactical superiority.

• Design, build, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure within AWS Gov Cloud environments.
• Configure and manage container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes and Open Shift.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Ansible, Terraform, or Cloud Formation. Support secure data flow across multiple systems, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards and STIG requirements.
• Collaborate with Dev Sec Ops  teams to streamline deployment pipelines and container management.
• Optimize cloud resources for performance, scalability, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within cloud, networking, and containerized environments.
• Partner with AI/ML engineers and software developers to deploy and integrate advanced analytics platforms and tools.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation to support system operations and compliance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members.

• At least 10 years' experience working as a cloud engineer, cloud administrator, cloud architecture, Dev Ops engineer, IT Specialist, platform engineer, site reliability engineer, release engineer, systems administrator, systems engineer, or similar role.
• AWS Gov Cloud
  • Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Cloud based networking
  • VPCs, Subnets, Routing Tables, Security Groups, Route 53
  • RHEL Linux Administration
  • Relational Database Service - RDS
  • Post Gres
  • Secure Storage Service - S3
  • Elastic Search
• IaC
  • Extensive Ansible Scripting experience
  • IaC Tooling such as Terraform or Cloud Formation
• Cyber
  • Linux STIG remediation experience
• Dev Sec Ops
  • Docker basics
  • Ability to troubleshoot a running container

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related STEM field (Master’s preferred).
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or Security+ strongly preferred.

• Openshift or Kubernetes
• Airflow
• Kafca
• RabbitMQ
• Apache
• Kibana
• Adapting open-source product to work with Gov Cloud
  • Domino Data Labs
  • Tobias
  • Fiddler

• Active TS/SCI security clearance

Must have current/active Top Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Precise Systems values employee contributions, promotes diverse opportunities for professional growth, and prioritizes overall well‑being. Our comprehensive professional services benefits package includes health insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability insurance, retirement plans, holiday pay, employee‑managed leave, and professional growth opportunities.

We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR…