General Summary
Astronics Test Systems is seeking a motivated DevOps Engineer II to support two closely related functions:
(1) modernizing software development infrastructure and workflows, and
(2) configuring and maintaining Windows-based operating system images that ship with our test systems.
This role will report to software engineering while working closely with corporate IT to improve build, release, and deployment processes while ensuring production systems are securely configured and reproducible.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- DevOps & Software Infrastructure
- Support migration of existing source control repositories to GitHub Enterprise (hosted in Azure).
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for multi-language codebases (C#, C/C++, Python, and web applications).
- Automate build, test, and release processes using scripting and CI tools.
- Integrate static code analysis, security scanning, and automated review tools into development workflows.
- Support Jira-based development workflows and issue tracking.
- Develop scripts or small internal tools to improve engineering efficiency.
- System Image & OS Configuration of Test Systems
- Build and maintain Windows 10/11 system images used in delivered products.
- Install and configure proprietary Astronics software.
- Configure local users, directory permissions, group policy settings, and system security options.
- Apply government or customer-required security baselines (e.g., STIGs) where required.
- Document system configuration procedures to ensure repeatability and compliance.
- Support future Linux-based deployments as products evolve.
Qualifications
Required
- 2+ years of experience in DevOps, IT systems engineering, or software engineering.
- Experience with Git-based source control (GitHub or GitLab); familiarity with Subversion a plus.
- Experience implementing or supporting CI/CD pipelines.
- Scripting experience with Python and/or PowerShell.
- Experience working with Visual Studio and Windows-based development environments.
- Experience configuring Windows 10/11 systems.
- Familiarity with Jira or similar issue-tracking tools.
- Ability to translate technical requirements into automated or documented processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be a U.S. Person.
Preferred / Nice to Have
- Experience with GitHub Enterprise administration or Azure-hosted services.
- Experience building or maintaining C#, C, or C++ applications.
- Exposure to static code analysis, security scanning, or automated code review tools.
- Familiarity with Windows security policies, STIGs, or system hardening practices.
- Experience developing simple web or intranet applications.
Education / Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Prior experience supporting development infrastructure or production system configuration.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the environment is quiet.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Employment Eligibility Requirements:
An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check
Astronics Test Systems offers a competitive benefit package including:
- Stay Healthy - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
- Save for the Future - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Find Balance - Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program
- Time for You - Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Growth - Tuition Reimbursement Program
Accommodation Request
Astronics Test Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail ats-ml-humanresources@astronics.com or call: 407.381.6062. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
EOE Statement - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
