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General Dynamics Mission Systems · 3 weeks ago

Agile Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Dedham, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$119K/yr - $131K/yr

5+ years exp

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in providing high technology solutions for defense and scientific operations. They are seeking a highly skilled Release Train Engineer (RTE) to drive the execution and improvement of the Agile Release Train (ART), ensuring successful delivery of value to customers through strong leadership and Agile principles.

AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Facilitate and manage Program Increment (PI) Planning sessions, including program and IPT vision generation, PI planning kickoff, coordination, and setup of tools in support of PI planning activities

Oversee the backlog grooming process, ensuring features are completed, stories are visible, and features committed are in progress

Coordinate and manage sprint activities, including sprint reviews, Scrum of Scrums / Coach Sync, and Product Owner (PO) sync meetings

Provide detailed metrics and reporting, such as hours per story point and Objectives and Key Result (OKR) tracking, in addition to creating dashboards for improved transparency

Coach and mentor team members, assist with onboarding, and identify knowledge gaps

Manage Earned Value Measurement System (EVMS) and vision guidance, including schedule pulls for PI prep and tracking

Use monthly and weekly financial reports to explain variances and generate corrective actions within the program that will ensure program actions align with successful completion of SOW requirements within cost and schedule

Understand and adjust schedules for new knowledge or changed strategy and assess Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) backlog against Statement of Work (SOW) needs

Ensure clear communication of monthly outputs and root cause explanations for EV variances

Support proposal activities and conduct historical reference development and Engineering Basis of Estimate (BOE) writing, ensuring TINA compliance

Support Schedule Risk Assessment (SRA) review of all activities and milestones Support Program scope boundary communications with the customer and Notice of Change (NOC) development ensuring contractual direction is understood and communicated before the team exceeds existing contract commitments

Maintain alignment with customer RTE to help ensure program-level dependencies are tracked and schedules communicated

Ensure team clarity on budget vs. plan vs. scope for both current period and long-term vision

Run Engineering Review Board (ERB) meetings and ensure consistency in use and understanding of impacts

Work with technical managers to resolve staffing challenges through root cause problem investigation and communication

Support the DPME in holding the team accountable to meeting its PI commitment and delivery milestones on the program

Qualification

Agile experienceSAFe methodologiesRelease Train EngineerEVMSPI planningBacklog groomingJiraConfluenceLeadership skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field

Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience

Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required at time of hire

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred

Agile experience preferred

Proven experience as a Release Train Engineer or similar role

Strong understanding of Agile and SAFe methodologies

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines

Experience with EVMS, PI planning, and backlog grooming

Proficiency in using Agile tools and software (e.g., Jira, Confluence)

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex software development processes

Benefits

401k matching

Flex time off

Paid parental leave

Healthcare benefits

Health & wellness programs

Employee resource and social groups

And more

Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems

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General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1952

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees