Advanced Automation Engineer [Remote]
Basic Qualifications :
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position:
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As an End-to-End Automation Engineer for our DevSecOps team, you'll be a core member of a high-performing, cross-functional team responsible for modernizing critical enterprise systems through intelligent automation, AI-powered infrastructure, and secure, scalable deployment pipelines. You won't just write scripts — you'll own and engineer complete automation solutions from the ground up.We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:Proven experience building end-to-end automation solutions using tools like GitLab CI, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Ansible — not just scripting, but full lifecycle design and implementationHands-on expertise deploying and managing containerized applications with Kubernetes and automating infrastructure provisioning with Terraform and Ansible in a DevSecOps environmentExperience building and owning CI/CD pipelines end-to-end, leveraging GitLab CI and AI-powered tools to automate testing, deployment, and operational workflowsExperience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferredWhat Sets You Apart:You write code to solve problems — if you're doing something manually more than twice, you're already automating it with GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible, or KubernetesDeep expertise in end-to-end automation, from CI/CD pipeline design to self-healing infrastructure, container orchestration, and proactive reliability engineeringStrong understanding of DevSecOps principles with security embedded at every layer — infrastructure-as-code, automated compliance checks, and secure pipeline designExperience working in complex, regulated, or mission-critical environments where Kubernetes, Terraform, and automated deployments are the standard, not the exceptionA builder's mindset — you don't maintain the status quo, you transform it with the right tools and the right codeOur Commitment to You:An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s securityFlexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and moreSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options:This position is fully remote/telework OR Hybrid/Flex as desired.
Salary Note:
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range:
USD $124,397.00 - USD $138,003.00 /Yr.
Company Overview:
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position:
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As an End-to-End Automation Engineer for our DevSecOps team, you'll be a core member of a high-performing, cross-functional team responsible for modernizing critical enterprise systems through intelligent automation, AI-powered infrastructure, and secure, scalable deployment pipelines. You won't just write scripts — you'll own and engineer complete automation solutions from the ground up.We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:Proven experience building end-to-end automation solutions using tools like GitLab CI, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Ansible — not just scripting, but full lifecycle design and implementationHands-on expertise deploying and managing containerized applications with Kubernetes and automating infrastructure provisioning with Terraform and Ansible in a DevSecOps environmentExperience building and owning CI/CD pipelines end-to-end, leveraging GitLab CI and AI-powered tools to automate testing, deployment, and operational workflowsExperience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferredWhat Sets You Apart:You write code to solve problems — if you're doing something manually more than twice, you're already automating it with GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible, or KubernetesDeep expertise in end-to-end automation, from CI/CD pipeline design to self-healing infrastructure, container orchestration, and proactive reliability engineeringStrong understanding of DevSecOps principles with security embedded at every layer — infrastructure-as-code, automated compliance checks, and secure pipeline designExperience working in complex, regulated, or mission-critical environments where Kubernetes, Terraform, and automated deployments are the standard, not the exceptionA builder's mindset — you don't maintain the status quo, you transform it with the right tools and the right codeOur Commitment to You:An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s securityFlexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and moreSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options:This position is fully remote/telework OR Hybrid/Flex as desired.
Salary Note:
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range:
USD $124,397.00 - USD $138,003.00 /Yr.
Company Overview:
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Apply Now