Senior Platform Manager

Job Description

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer with technical expertise and Enterprise Information Display System (E-IDS) knowledge and experience to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). 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 DevOps capabilities - from architecture and deployment to optimization and maintenance - ensuring operational excellence in a secure government environment.

Responsibilities

• 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 RabbitMQ, 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.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in computer science, mathematics, or related specialty with 15+ years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• Must have experience maintaining legacy FAA systems, such as IDS.
• Experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or cloud infrastructure roles
• Strong DevOps background including CI/CD pipeline creation and automation (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD)
• Proficiency with OpenShift and Kubernetes administration and troubleshooting
• Experience with Helm, Docker, and container orchestration best practices
• Hands-on experience managing RabbitMQ 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. Preferred Qualifications
• 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.

Work Requirements:

• Work location: William J. Hughes Technical Center, Atlantic City, NJ
• Work Hours: Normal working hours
• Travel: 0%
• Physical requirements:
  • Extended Computer Use: Regular and prolonged periods of working at a computer terminal.
  • Lifting and Carrying: Occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds may be required during installations or maintenance.
  • Mobility: Ability to move around the office environment to access computer hardware, networking equipment, and server rooms.
  • Dexterity: Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computer equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform tasks requiring precision.
  • Sitting/Standing: Both prolonged sitting and occasional standing may be required for troubleshooting and attending to system issues.
• Background check: Must have ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

About LS Technologies

At LS Technologies, we're enhancing our nation's critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization, we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees' needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners.

EEO Commitment

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Requesting An Accommodation

LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email at careers@lstechllc.com or speak with your recruiter.

Compensation (Pay Bands)

Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40-hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represent the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and are just one component of the LST's total compensation package for employees. ** In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C."

Benefits offered to all employees who work 30+ hours per week: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

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