Principal Systems Engineer (Agile DevSecOps)

Company: Applied Research Solutions
Location: Bedford
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Principal Agile DevSecOps Engineer to provide support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLMC), PEO Digital Directorate (AFLCMC/HBU). The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Digital (AFPEO/HB) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO Digital portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO Digital Directorate is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA. The Principal Agile DevSecOps Engineer will provide Agile DevSecOps systems engineering support applying a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of systems engineering principles to support the acquisition lifecycle and technical execution of complex programs. Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. Responsibilities Include: Duties include, but not limited to: Support implementation and execution of Agile software development and integration activities in coordination with Government and prime contractors. Conduct program and portfolio reviews to evaluate technical plans, systems engineering activities, and test results to ensure subsystem and system performance meets approved program specifications. Prepare technical documentation, manuals, management reports, and presentations defining system and subsystem characteristics and supporting program planning and corrective actions. Provide systems engineering and technical support across the acquisition lifecycle, including development, integration, deployment, sustainment, installation, and operational oversight. Perform system validation activities, including development of evaluation criteria and procedures and analysis of engineering results. Support program risk management activities in compliance with Air Force Systems Engineering Assessment Model (SEAM) processes. Conduct engineering trade studies evaluating performance, cost effectiveness, life cycle cost, reliability, maintainability, risk, and schedule impacts. Provide technical recommendation support services, including engineering reviews, studies, audits, analyses, documentation development, and support of Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). Provide technical and proposal analysis support, comparing systems, components, and approaches for feasibility, compatibility, and cost effectiveness. Provide concepts and requirements analysis support, including review of capability documentation such as ICDs, CDDs, CPDs, AoAs, CONOPs, Technology Development Strategies, and configuration audits (FCA/PCA). Apply advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, and methods to ensure work aligns with program objectives, cost, schedule, performance requirements, and established policies while collaborating with Government and contractor personnel to review system design, analysis, and testing. Other Duties as assigned. Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Minimum Required Qualifications Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top-Secret Clearance Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field OR 30 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, 20 years of which must be in the DoD Years of Experience: 25 years of Relevant Experience, 15 years of which must be in the DoD Preferred Qualifications Clearance: TS/SCI Education: Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field Years of experience: 20 years of Relevant Experience, 12 years of which must be in the DoD Technical Skills Server management and infrastructure support Implementation and integration of third-party tools and software solutions Experience managing software development teams and workflows (JIRA ticket management) Development of technical manuals, documentation, and engineering artifacts Cybersecurity remediation support and collaboration across multiple technical disciplines Experience with Linux-based systems and enterprise server environments Familiarity with technologies and tools such as Cisco networking equipment, Ansible, Splunk, GitLab, JIRA, Confluence Understanding of DoD cybersecurity compliance frameworks including STIGs, RMF, and eMASS Experience supporting networking infrastructure, storage systems (SAN), and enterprise server environments Interpersonal Skills Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities Ability to provide technical guidance to senior leadership Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders Ability to mentor technical teams and junior personnel The expected annual salary range: $175k - $195k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills. All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

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