Site Reliability Engineer (5041) (Boulder, CO) (Secret)

Are you interested in the next generation of Space Force Remote Sensing capabilities? At Outside Analytics we're on the ground floor of helping across the future remote sensing ecosystem across all orbital regimes (LEO, MEO, HEO, and GEO)! We build, integrate, and operationally support our customer's emerging space-ground systems to include real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. We are teamed with the most passionate companies in industry, dedicated to bringing best-of-breed capabilities to address our customers most pressing needs.

FORGE-MDPAP is the next generation missile warning processing system for the US Space Force. The MDPAP Visualization team leverages web based, Unreal Engine, and backend data ingest and manipulation technologies to seamlessly present in-depth real-time sensor and event data visualization and analytics information to Space Force Guardians to prosecute a "no-fail" mission.

We are seeking a Site Reliability Engineer for the FORGE MDP/AP missile warning system who can help the Visualization subsystem operate and maintain high-performance and reliable services for our on-prem development infrastructure as well as integrate with the production environments. This position will be responsible for integration of a US Space Force mission critical data visualization software suite with the development and production infrastructure.

Position location is split between on-site at program in Boulder, CO and at government site 5 days per week.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of the observability tools and analyze metrics capturing the environment utilization as well as mission performance of the software.

• Work with software teams to specify and optimize hardware environment usage.

• Lead problem diagnosis efforts of the deployed mission system.

• Develop automation for the deployment of the software stack.

Required Skills & Experience

• Clearance required: Secret. The position requires the ability to obtain an interim DoD Secret clearance. Ability to get an interim or active DoD Secret clearance or higher. Due to the clearance requirement, U.S. Citizenship is required. Candidate must also agree to participate in a background screen.

• 5+ years experience operating high reliability environments.

• Ability to implement observability toolsets to instrument software and hardware utilization.

• Practical hands-on troubleshooting techniques with demonstrated fault isolation and root cause analysis experience.

• Experience in building automation tools (e.g. deployment automation).

Desired Skills & Experience

• Currently active U.S. government DoD Secret security clearance or higher

• Proficiency with the following tools/technologies:

• K8s/OpenShift

• Prometheus/Tempo/Grafana

• Helm charts

• Python

• CI/CD pipeline configuration

• NATS data layer

• Container (Docker) management

• Cyber security certifications (e.g. CISSP)

• Linux system administration (RHEL)

• Interim or Active DoD Top Secret clearance or higher

Application Deadline: March 30, 2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:
$103,100—$171,800 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).