Junior Release Train Engineer / Business Ops Assistant

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, COClearance Required: DoD Secret (active or ability to obtain)Travel Required: Up to 10%

LaunchTech is a veteran-owned company that prides itself on delivering service before self and excellence in all we do. We are seeking dynamic professionals who embody our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence to join our growing Crew in support of our customers across the federal, state, and commercial markets.

We are seeking a Junior Release Train Engineer / Business Ops Assistant to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract.

What You’ll Be Doing

Junior Release Train Engineer (80%)

Data Visualization & Dashboards:

• Develop and maintain reports and dashboards to include a project planning roadmap dashboard showing project schedules and progress, resource allocation, project backlog, and project prioritization

• Analyze and display data sets for a wide audience

Tool Optimization:

• Work with the Product Owners and technical teams to ensure accurate reflection of the backlog and current goals in the project management tools

• Utilize project planning tools including Microsoft Teams, Planner, Project, Jira, Gitlab, and other MDA-approved tools

• Coordinate software and hardware upgrades with appropriate departments; develop and maintain documentation for system procedures

• Work closely with IT resources during upgrades and issue resolutions

• Troubleshoot application, process and technical issues

• Identify required resources and coordinate all efforts until issue is resolved

• Complete documentation as needed

Team & RTE Support:

• Support and assist the Release Train Engineer (RTE) with processes and systems necessary for Backlog administration, Program Increment Planning and Reviews, and Standups

Agile & Scrum Facilitation:

• Assist in facilitating Scrum activities, including Sprint Planning and Sprint Reviews

Communication & Reporting:

• Ensure transparent communication between the development team, product owners, and other stakeholders

• Develop tracking and data visualization tools to track team progress and performance metrics

• Deliver reports to senior stakeholders

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with internal technical teams and external customers

Business Operations Assistant (20%)

• Acting as an alternate to the Business Operations manager

• Onboard and offboard personnel following processes established by the organization

• Use personnel systems, including account creation and seating logistics

• Assist with morale building efforts, including supply replenishment and event organization

What You Bring

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 6, or more, months of data visualization, project coordination or related experience

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in computer science, business, management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Must have experience in one or more of the following applications and tools: Relational Databases (e.g. MS Office, MS Access, Oracle, SQL Server)

• Must have, or obtain, an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Have experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Gitlab, JIRA, or Asana

• Have experience with Operating Systems: Windows, UNIX; working knowledge of graphic design software and tools such as Adobe CS4/5, 3DStudio Max, Maya, Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flex, Dreamweaver, HTML, DHTML, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, and equivalents

• Programming Languages (e.g. HTML5, Java, .NET, J2EE, CSS, XML)

• Be proficient in data analysis tools such as Power BI, Excel, SQL, or Tableau

• Be familiar with Agile methodologies and frameworks

Why LaunchTech?

LaunchTech is built on a single standard: Excellence, Period.Join a mission-focused team supporting agile delivery, data-driven decision-making, and operational excellence across critical defense programs.

We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Mission-driven work with opportunities to grow

• And more

Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew?

LaunchTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, protected veteran status, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Visit www.welaunchtech.com to learn more about how we deliver Excellence, Period.

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