DevOps Platform Engineer

DevOps Platform Engineer

Specter Aerospace is seeking a DevOps Platform Engineer to support the development, deployment, and maintenance of internal systems that enable rapid engineering, prototyping, and testing cycles. In this role, you will work closely with software, manufacturing, and security teams to build reliable infrastructure and automation pipelines while helping ensure systems are configured and operated securely. This position offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple domains in a growing aerospace environment.

About Specter Aerospace:

Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for defense and commercial applications. Specter is headquartered in Peabody, MA, just north of Boston, where it leverages its advanced propulsion technologies, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. Funded by a mix of government R&D organizations, commercial customers, and private funding, Specter is a growing aerospace and defense startup. Close relationships with MIT, Notre Dame, AFRL, NRL, ANL, and other research organizations provide access to cutting-edge developments, facilities, and personnel. Specter is expanding its team in preparation for flight testing and full-scale production.

Role & Responsibilities:

Build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines that support software development, testing, and deployment across engineering teams

Operate and administer on‑premises and cloud‑based environments used for development, automation, and system integration

Develop infrastructure‑as‑code and configuration‑as‑code to standardize and automate deployments

Collaborate with Security Lead to integrate security tooling and best practices into DevOps workflows

Support hardening efforts for development and deployment environments, including container images and supporting infrastructure

Maintain source control repositories and implement secure configuration and access practices

Support automated scanning, monitoring, and observability systems for infrastructure and workloads

Generate operational documentation for pipelines, build systems, and infrastructure configurations

Provide guidance to engineering teams on best practices for building, deploying, and maintaining reliable systems

Participate in risk assessments, system reviews, and infrastructure improvements

Assist with cross‑functional tasks involving IT, engineering, and security teams as operational needs evolve

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or combination of equivalent experience and certifications

Experience with CI/CD concepts, modern build systems, and automation tooling

Familiarity with containerization technologies and image lifecycle management

Experience with Linux‑based systems in production or development environments

Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially with engineering‑focused teams

Ability to document system changes, configurations, and operational procedures clearly

Must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance

Desired Skills:

3+ years of experience in DevOps, infrastructure engineering, or systems administration; 5 or more years of total IT experience is preferred

Exposure to security or compliance frameworks (such as NIST‑based controls) is beneficial

Direct experience with Docker and Podman containerization

Security+ required or attained within 6-months of employment; additional certifications such as Terraform Associate, Docker Certified Associate, Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), GitLab/GitHub CI/CD certifications, RHCSA, or other relevant DevOps/Linux credentials are considered a plus

More About Specter Aero:

·         https://specteraerospace.com/

·         https://www.linkedin.com/company/specteraerospace

·         https://aviationweek.com/defense-space/missile-defense-weapons/specter-aerospace-reveals-plasma-ignited-hypersonic-missile

·         https://www.kairosventures.com/specter-aerospace/

*All new employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

EEO Statement:  

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.