Senior Site Reliability Engineer

About

At Lockheed Martin Space, we believe in maximizing the potential of space as a domain full of possibilities. Our mission is to innovate, inspire, and integrate cutting‑edge technologies that can shape the future. We are seeking a skilled Site Reliability Engineer to join our team, specializing in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and secure computing practices.

Lockheed Martin delivers HPC services to federal government clients and is looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer with a strong Unix/Linux background. This role is vital for the success of our Data Centric‑Multi‑Level Secure® (DC‑MLS®) Enterprise team, contributing to various critical contracts, particularly focusing on HPC projects.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain RHEL/SE Linux configurations using Red Hat Satellite and Ansible automation.
• Collaborate directly with site administrators to troubleshoot automation and deployment issues.
• Install software libraries necessary for the functionality of DC‑MLS® Enterprise in RHEL/SE Linux environments.
• Monitor and adapt the DC‑MLS® Enterprise systems in a flexible, agile environment.
• Engage with third‑party vendors to refine and integrate automation processes.
• Apply best DevOps engineering practices to ensure high‑quality project delivery.
• Support end‑users and staff in resolving issues related to the DC‑MLS® Enterprise.
• Revise and improve existing DevOps processes to enhance deployment capabilities.
• Develop and manage test plans for filesystem upgrades.
• Contribute to business development activities with potential new clients.

Benefits

We pride ourselves on offering a supportive workplace with opportunities for growth. Our employees are dedicated to enriching the communities we serve, contributing over 850,000 volunteer hours annually. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development and mentorship opportunities

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Linux, scripting/software development, and configuration management.
• Proficient in Python, Perl, Korn, Bourne/Bash, Ansible, and shell scripting.
• Experience with version control tools like CVS, SVN, Git.
• Experience managing and developing DevOps deployment automation processes.
• Security+ certification.
• TS/SCI with CI Poly security clearance required to start.

Desired Skills

• Understanding of the software development lifecycle including requirements, design, coding, documentation, and testing.
• Ability to analyze and maintain existing DevOps systems.
• Familiarity with SE Linux configurations and policies.
• Experience with RH Satellite and various file systems including Lustre and NFS.
• Knowledge of Ethernet networking and RDMA communications.
• Experience with high‑speed fabrics and MPI integration.
• Familiarity with identity management systems like LDAP.
• Strong communication skills and ability to foster relationships with customers.

Location

This position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Regular work hours are Monday through Friday.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.