New 
Release Train Engineer
 Agile Defense, LLC | |
 United States, Virginia, Arlington | |
 Jul 07, 2025 | |
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At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests.
Title: Release Train Engineer
Clearance: Top Secret clearance
Location: Arlington, VA
Overview:
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. We are currently looking for a
Release Train Engineer
to support our contract with the DRAID CDAO ADA IR Program.
As a
Release Train Engineer
, you will serve as a servant leader and coach, facilitating program-level processes and execution, driving continuous improvement, and enabling ART success in delivering scalable AI and data solutions to meet national defense priorities. This role requires expertise in the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and strong program management capabilities to coordinate large-scale Agile teams, manage dependencies, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
Responsibilities/Duties:
Leadership and Coordination:
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Act as the servant leader for the Agile Release Train (ART), fostering collaboration across teams and stakeholders.
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Manage and optimize flow within the ART using tools like Kanban systems and Agile metrics.
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Facilitate PI (Program Increment) Planning events, ensuring alignment on objectives, dependencies, and deliverables.
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Coordinate with Product Managers, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters to ensure seamless execution of program goals.
Program Execution:
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Track and manage program risks, dependencies, and impediments, driving resolution to ensure ART progress.
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Facilitate regular synchronization meetings, such as Scrum of Scrums and ART syncs, to enhance communication and coordination.
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Support ART in adopting and scaling Agile practices, ensuring adherence to SAFe principles.
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Monitor and report progress to leadership using Agile metrics such as velocity, burn-down charts, and PI objectives.
Continuous Improvement:
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Lead Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshops to drive continuous improvement at the program level.
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Promote a culture of innovation and collaboration, encouraging teams to experiment and improve processes.
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Provide coaching and mentorship to teams and individuals, supporting their Agile and SAFe journey.
Program Compliance:
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Ensure adherence to security guidelines, including NIST SP 800-171 for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
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Support the integration of Agile tools and technologies for enhanced productivity and collaboration.
Administrative Support:
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Develop program schedules, staffing plans, and performance reports to ensure successful execution of deliverables.
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Coordinate travel, training, and onboarding for Embedded Teams, including administrative processes and technology overviews.
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Provide continuity and mitigation planning for teams located in foreign locations.
Required Skills/Qualifications
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Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in program or project management, with at least 5 years in an Agile environment. Proven track record as a Release Train Engineer or similar role within SAFe.
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Certifications: SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification required. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner) preferred.
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Technical Skills: Proficiency in Agile tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and version control systems. Strong understanding of SAFe principles, roles, and practices.
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Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and facilitation skills. Ability to manage large-scale Agile teams and foster collaboration across distributed teams.
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Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with AI/ML pipelines, data engineering, or national defense projects is highly desirable.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
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Experience in a DoD or federal contracting environment.
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Background in AI engineering, data labeling, and pipeline management tasks.
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Expertise in managing dependencies and risks in complex systems.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Experience supporting international teams or working within the constraints of SOFA agreements. Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.
Happy
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Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful
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Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest
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Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble
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Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry
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Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle
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Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
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