Software Engineer - HYBRID

JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - HYBRID
LOCATION: (HYBRID) Orlando, FL
PAY RATE: $88/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (2 months with potential for extension)

• Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Designs and implements Ansible automation solutions using idempotent playbooks and reusable roles.

• Manages dynamic and static inventories, host variables, and integration with external sources.

• Administers Linux distributions including RHEL, Ubuntu, Debian, and Alpine.

• Supports Windows automation using Ansible modules, PowerShell, and Active Directory integration.

• Integrates Ansible with Terraform, CloudFormation, and other IaC tools for hybrid provisioning.

• Automates container and Kubernetes cluster bootstrapping and management.

• Embeds Ansible runs into CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, linting, and deployment.

• Implements secrets management using HashiCorp Vault, Ansible Vault, or cloud KMS.

• Ensures compliance with security standards and maintains audit trails.

• Uses Python or Bash for custom modules and automation glue code.

Requirements:

• Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Proficiency in Ansible playbooks and roles with idempotent design and dependency management.

• Deep understanding of YAML and Jinja2 templating, filters, and conditionals.

• Experience with dynamic and static inventory management and host variables.

• Strong Linux administration skills across RHEL, Ubuntu, Debian, and Alpine.

• Experience with Ansible Windows modules, PowerShell remediation, and Active Directory integration.

• Experience combining Ansible with Terraform or CloudFormation for hybrid approaches.

• Experience with Ansible for container and Kubernetes cluster bootstrapping and management.

• Experience with Git workflows for playbook repositories and CI/CD integration including GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, and Azure Pipelines.

• Experience with testing tools like Molecule, TestInfra, and secrets management using Vault, Ansible Vault, or cloud KMS.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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