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Agile Release Train Engineer

Herndon, Virginia

Herndon, Virginia

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Job ID: 694564BR Date posted: Jun. 03, 2025
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The GEOINT Visualization Services (GVS) system, managed by the Strata program, was first deployed in 2006 and became a Program of Record in 2008. The Strata program’s mission is to provide visualization services that facilitate access to GEOINT data and products in an online, on-demand environment to agencies across the Federal Government. The Strata suite of services is provided to the community in various formats to allow integration across a wide variety of client technologies and applications. Strata also provides applications that can be used to visualize GEOINT as well as additional utilities & technologies that aid in visualization.

The Strata Program is seeking a Release Train Engineer to become a member of their team. As a key player in the Agile team environment, the Release Train Engineer will facilitate the release train processes, escalate impediments, manage risks, assure value delivery, drive continuous improvement, and coach teammates on Agile processes and best practices. The ultimate responsibility of this role is to drive release train execution, facilitating program events such as Program Increment (PI) Planning and Scrum of Scrums Meetings, and creating an environment of mutual influence, trust, and transparency. The Release Train Engineer will support multiple teams across the program, interfacing with Development scrum teams, Operations, System Deployment, Geospatial Content, Test, Accreditation and Authorization (Cybersecurity), and Systems Engineering teams, and collaborating cross-functionally with government personnel, customer partners, subcontractors, local engineers, and geographically dispersed teammates.
To be successful in this role, candidates should have a strong foundation in Agile methodologies, particularly in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), and experience in coaching teams and facilitating release train processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the Release Train Engineer will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of the release train. A typical day for the Release Train Engineer will involve facilitating meetings, coaching team members, analyzing and resolving impediments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
Applicants need to have both strong technical and personal skills. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

A minimum Top-Secret Clearance required for this role.

In addition to supporting the warfighter and delivering on our customer’s mission, as a Lockheed Martin employee you will play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
• Health insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Partial 401(k) match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid time off for jury duty and military obligations
• Sick and bereavement leave
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition
To learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package, visit https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Basic Qualifications:
- 4+ years of experience in Agile methodologies, with a focus on Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Release Train Engineering

- Proven experience in facilitating release train processes, including Program Increment (PI) Planning, Scrum of Scrums, and other SAFe events

- Proven Software/Infrastructure/Systems Engineering skills to include strategic planning; risk assessment; problem identification/resolution; process adherence; and customer interaction around System Modernization/Application Development/Delivery.

- Strong understanding of Agile principles, values, and practices, with the ability to coach and guide teams in their adoption and implementation

- Experience with Agile management tools and platforms, such as Jira, VersionOne, or similar

- Proficient in Agile methodology and coaching; software & infrastructure/cloud development techniques; service-oriented environments/architectures; and better development practices

- Demonstrated experience collecting Agile metrics and leveraging them to track status and identify areas for improvement

- Active CompTIA Security+ certification (or equivalent DoD Directive 8570 IAT Level 2 Certification)

- Active Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI with CI Poly
Desired Skills:
- GEOINT community background - familiarity with the domain/products/customer set

- Experience with GVS services such as Map of the World

- DevSecOps practitioner certification or relevant experience working in a DevSecOps environment, with a focus on integrating security and compliance into the release train process

- Experience with containerization and orchestration tools, such as Docker and Kubernetes

- Experience with data analytics and visualization tools, such as Kibana, Matomo, Tableau, Power BI, or D3.js

- Certification in SAFe, Agile, or Scrum, such as SAFe Release Train Engineer, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or Certified Agile Practitioner (CAPM)

- Experience working in a geographically distributed team environment, with a focus on remote collaboration and communication

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

- Ability to analyze and resolve complex problems, with a focus on impediment removal and process improvement

- Experience with metrics and reporting, including the ability to collect, analyze, and present data to inform decision-making

- An active TS/SCI clearance
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Software Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

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Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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