Infrastructure Storage Engineer

Overview

Job Title: Infrastructure Storage Engineer       Location: TN – Arnold AFBJob Family Code: N – Databases & Data WarehousingFunction/Branch: IS&T / InfrastructureDirectorate: Engineering & Tech SupportPosition Type: Full-time Pay Type: Exempt Grade: L08/L09

Salary Range or Starting Hourly Rate: $93,200 - $155,000 /year

****Current U.S. Citizenship is required****

****Remote work is not availabe for this position.  The employee is expected to work on-site at our Arnold AFB Location.****

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an Infrastructure Storage Engineer, supporting TOS II, at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. As an Infrastructure Storage Engineer, you will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for design, support and maintenance of Data Storage Systems and Peripherals for the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

Open to internal and external candidates. The selected candidate for this requisition may be required to occasionally (e.g. application upgrades) work outside normal business hours.

Job Summary

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) is the team selected by the U.S. Air Force to conduct Test and Operations Sustainment at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee.  AEDC operates more than 55 aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, rocket and turbine engine test cells, space environmental chambers, arc heaters, ballistic ranges and other specialized units located in six states. Many of the complex's test units have capabilities unmatched elsewhere in the United States; some are unique in the world. AEDC is one of three installations which are part of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), one of six subordinate commands of the Air Force Materiel Command organization, and an important national resource.

AEDC’s mission is to conduct developmental tests and evaluation for the Nation through modeling, simulation, and ground and flight tests.  Execution of the mission requires a large team of highly qualified and dedicated professionals from multiple technical disciplines to effectively accomplish the objectives of our test customers.

Job Summary

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) is the team selected by the U.S. Air Force to conduct Test and Operations Sustainment at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee.  AEDC operates more than 55 aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, rocket and turbine engine test cells, space environmental chambers, arc heaters, ballistic ranges and other specialized units located in six states. Many of the complex's test units have capabilities unmatched elsewhere in the United States; some are unique in the world. AEDC is one of three installations which are part of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), one of six subordinate commands of the Air Force Materiel Command organization, and an important national resource.

AEDC’s mission is to conduct developmental tests and evaluations for the Nation through modeling, simulation, and ground and flight tests.  Execution of the mission requires a large team of highly qualified and dedicated professionals from multiple technical disciplines to effectively accomplish the objectives of our test customers.

Job Duties:

• Design, implement, and manage storage solutions including NetApp, SpectraLogic, Versity ScoutAM, VMware, RedHat OpenShift, HPE DMF, and related technologies.
• Configure and maintain SAN infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Manage and maintain LTO tape libraries for deep storage, data backup and archival purposes.
• Analyze, Deploy and maintain requirements driven storage solutions, involving Block, File, Object and Linear Tape IO.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve storage-related issues promptly and efficiently to maintain high availability and integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of storage solutions with other IT infrastructure components.
• Administer Red Hat Linux servers and OpenShift environments to support the stability and security of our storage systems. 
• Maintain detailed documentation for storage configurations, processes, and procedures. 
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technologies and advise leadership of available options when evolution and refresh is necessary.
• Work with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure compliance with information assurance regulations and best practices.
• Ensure Cybersecurity requirements are consistently documented, maintained, evaluated and compliant for Air Force IT system networks including components of systems.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field and a minimum of 5 years of progressively relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.
• Current U. S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD security clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ Certification.
• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., NetApp Certified Data Administrator, VMware Certified Professional, RedHat Certified Engineer, Microsoft Certified Solutions Engineer).
• Experience with Hierarchical Storage Management solutions such as HPE Data Management Framework (DMF) and/or Versity ScoutAM.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python, Ansible).
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Practical cybersecurity experience to assess and harden software and systems for acceptance onto DoD networks.
• Familiarity with disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.

 We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC’s rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC’s Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC’s capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.

Join our Team!

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