JCC2 Release Train Engineer (RTE)

JCC2 Release Train Engineer

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Joint Cyber Command and Control (JCC2) Release Train Engineer (RTE) directly supporting the Cryptologic Systems Division at Lackland AFB, TX.

WORK LOCATION: San Antonio, TX

JOB STATUS: Full-time; salaried

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Top Secret clearance and may need to obtain a polygraph

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field; 8+ years of experience in large-scale system delivery, with at least 3-5 years in Agile/SAFe environments.

• Certifications: SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification required; additional SAFe certifications (SPC, SA, SASM) or PMI-ACP, CSM, or PMP preferred.

• Domain Expertise: Proven experience in cyber operations, defense systems, or mission-critical IT programs with strong understanding of Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture (JCWA) or equivalent.

• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with Agile lifecycle management tools (e.g., Rally, Jira, Confluence), backlog management, and cross-team dependency management in complex, multi-vendor environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Agile Release Train (ART) Execution:
  Lead and facilitate all major SAFe ceremonies, including PI Planning, ART Syncs, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops, ensuring alignment with mission priorities and delivery of JCC2 application capabilities.

• Program Increment (PI) Planning and Delivery:
  Coordinate cross-functional teams to define PI objectives, manage program-level dependencies, and ensure commitments are met across the range of Cyber-Warfighter operations.

• Backlog and Flow Management:
  Partner with Product Management and System Architects to maintain a well-defined program backlog, facilitate prioritization, and optimize delivery flow across teams supporting JCC2 applications (JCO, JCC2-Readiness, MADSS, Rally, ThreatHub, and others as directed).

• Impediment and Risk Management:
  Identify, track, and remove systemic impediments impacting ART execution. Facilitate risk management processes (ROAMing risks) and escalation to the Solution Train or PMO when required.

• Capability Integration and Delivery:
  Ensure seamless integration of JCC2 capabilities into cyber operational workflows, from planning through execution to post-mission activities. Align development output with operational requirements and JCWA-driven initiatives.

• Metrics and Continuous Improvement:
  Collect, analyze, and report on ART-level performance metrics (e.g., predictability, throughput, velocity). Facilitate Inspect & Adapt sessions to drive continuous improvement across teams and programs.

• Stakeholder and PMO Collaboration:
  Serve as the primary point of coordination between ART teams, PMO, and external stakeholders. Support capability integration, acquisition planning, and long-term system roadmaps to address evolving requirements from JCWA and internally generated initiatives.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Flex time off (FTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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