Full-Time
Platform Engineer
Multiple Teams
Posted on 10/1/2025
Radiance Technologies
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops and integrates directed energy systems
No salary listed
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, USA
In Person
US Top Secret Clearance Required
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- Bachelor’s degree in STEM
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Possess and maintain CompTIA Security+ Certification
- 3 + Years of related work experience
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment and take ownership for segments of a project
- Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a positive attitude and motivation to learn new things
- Ability to work in an agile environment, with a focus on continuous improvement and delivery
- Prototype and implement new solutions to improve the platform, using open-source and enterprise technologies
- Maintain and operate a scalable, reliable, and efficient Platform as a Service (PaaS) offering using AWS commercial cloud and vSphere services
- Design, develop, and deploy new features and services to enhance platform capabilities
- Providing fit-for-purpose cloud instance types including but not limited to General Compute (for regular/balanced workloads), Storage Enhanced (for workloads that require additional storage), and GPU enhanced (for workloads that require integrated GPUs)
- Ensure platform security, scalability, and reliability, using industry best practices and tools
- Perform root cause analysis and make recommendations for technical issues
- Work with commercial cloud providers to troubleshoot issues that arise in NASIC PaaS solutions. This may be through dedicated support cases or conferences calls
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends, applying this knowledge to improve the platform
- Maintain and sustain Open Source applications, deploying through cloud-native technologies and tools such as Helm, Argo CD, GitLab, and Harbor using GitOps processes
- Maintain and sustain capacity management, monitoring, and dashboards to monitor the health of the PaaS environment to proactively identify issues and gain insights that would lead to improved cost or improved performance
- Identify bottlenecks and optimize platform performance. Plan for scalability to meet the demands of business growth
- Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline platform operations
- Support and troubleshoot scripts written in Microsoft PowerShell, Python, bash
- Implement platform-level security measures, including access controls, encryption, and monitoring
- Work to maintain system ATO (Authority to Operate) and all appropriate controls related to keeping NASIC Cybersecurity and Air Force Intelligence Community Delegated Authorizing Official informed of changes that would impact system accreditation, via the SIA (Security Impact Analysis) program
- Foster a culture of collaboration and shared ownership across teams
- Provide technical guidance and support to development teams using the platform
- Collaborate with development teams to streamline software delivery processes and to ensure platform improvements align with organizational goals
- Share content with NASIC's organizational leadership, service owners, business managers via customizable dashboards, views, and reports
- Proficiency in Linux, Git, Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, and PKI
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to read documentation and find solutions to technical issues independently
- Knowledge of containerization, orchestration, and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with software such as Argo, Harbor, Prometheus, Grafana, FluentBit, Istio, Coder, GitLab, Velero, OPA
- Strong understanding of security, identity, and access management principles
- Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform or CloudFormation
- Knowledge of programming languages, such as Python, Go, or Java
- Certification in cloud computing, Kubernetes, or related technologies
Radiance Technologies develops and integrates directed energy systems for defense and intelligence, focusing on high energy lasers and high power microwaves. It designs, tests, and supports these systems with critical components, system analytics, live-fire testing, and training such as AFSIM support. It differentiates itself by combining direct energy development, hands-on testing, analytics, and cyber-enabled data fusion with training, serving the Intelligence Community, armed services, and research facilities. The goal is to support U.S. modernization by delivering deployable directed energy solutions, analytics, and training under government contracts.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$102.8M
Headquarters
Los Altos, California
Founded
2000
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- $370M Louisiana microchip facility secures defense semiconductor supply chains.
- $149.7M Reagan Test Range contract cements Pacific testing infrastructure role.
- Acquisitions of Verus Research and Phased n Research expand R&D for DoD contracts.
What critics are saying
- HEL development delays persist beyond Army's 2022 prototype deadline.
- Chinese export controls strand $370M microchip facility in 12-24 months.
- DoD budget shifts to hypersonics cut HEL/HPM contracts by 20-40%.
What makes Radiance Technologies unique
- Radiance leads in high energy lasers and high power microwaves for U.S. military modernization.
- Develops critical components, system analytics, and live fire tests for directed energy.
- Integrates HELMTT from 10kW HELMD and advances manufacturing via MACHEL contract.
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Company News
Radiance Technologies has engaged Major General (Ret.) Timothy A. Sejba as a strategic consultant to guide the company's space-related technologies and capabilities. Sejba brings nearly three decades of experience across the US Air Force and US Space Force. During his military career, Sejba served as Special Assistant to the Vice Chief of Space Operations and Commander of Space Training and Readiness Command. He also held Programme Executive Officer roles for Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power at Space Systems Command, with earlier assignments at the National Reconnaissance Office and Defence Threat Reduction Agency. In his consulting role, Sejba will analyse potential markets across the Department of Defence and advise Radiance leadership on strategic vision related to space capabilities. Founded in 1999, Radiance Technologies is an employee-owned contractor with over 1,000 staff.
Radiance Technologies promotes space group vice president Paul Lithgow to Chief Growth Officer. HUNTSVILLE, Ala., March 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Radiance Technologies is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. Paul Lithgow to Chief Growth Officer. In this executive leadership role, Mr. Lithgow will oversee the company's growth strategy and development while spearheading future business growth initiatives. Mr. Lithgow brings 40 years of aerospace and defense experience to Radiance, including 30 years in engineering and management at government contractors and more than six years as a chief executive for companies providing space systems, satellite components, and satellite communications hardware and services. His extensive background includes board memberships with several space-involved companies. "I have known Paul for nearly 40 years and respect his judgement," said Bill Bailey, Chief Executive Officer of Radiance Technologies. "His experience in growing companies aligns perfectly with our strategic vision as we continue to expand our footprint in the defense and intelligence community." Mr. Lithgow is recognized as a subject matter expert in space systems, acquisition, and systems management. His unique combination of technical expertise and business acumen has proven invaluable in translating key technical capabilities into customer mission enablers. He holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Wright State University and a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from The University of Arizona. About Radiance Technologies: Radiance Technologies is an employee-owned prime contractor founded in 1999. Radiance has over 1000 employee-owners across the United States serving the Department of Defense, the national intelligence community, and other government agencies. From concepts to capabilities, Radiance leads the way in developing customer-focused solutions in the areas of cybersecurity, systems engineering, prototyping, and integration, as well as operational and strategic intelligence, including scientific and technical intelligence SOURCE Radiance Technologies
Defense contractor Radiance Technologies is investing $370 million to expand in Louisiana with a new secure microchip packaging facility in Lincoln Parish in the northwest region of the state.
Radiance Technologies to invest $370M in North Louisiana microchip facility, boosting economy and national security.
Radiance Technologies is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Scott Parker, Chief Financial Officer of the $5+ billion Gray, Inc. (Gray), to its Board of Directors.