Solution Train Engineer (STE)

Summary
CTC Group is seeking Solution Train Engineers to lead the execution and coordination of complex technical initiatives within a large-scale Agile and cyber-focused Department of Defense (DoD) environment. This role oversees multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs), manages technical dependencies, and ensures engineering activities align with mission objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead Solution Train execution and facilitate large-scale Agile events, including PI Planning, Solution Demos, Inspect and Adapt events, and Value Stream Syncs.
• Coordinate technical dependencies, architectural alignment, and system integration activities across multiple Agile Release Trains and engineering organizations.
• Manage and optimize Solution Train workflows using enterprise tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Identify and resolve cross-team impediments, technical risks, integration challenges, and delivery dependencies.
• Collaborate with engineering leads, program management, vendors, and cybersecurity stakeholders to align technical efforts with mission objectives.
• Monitor delivery milestones, track performance metrics, and maintain documentation covering technical requirements, architectural decisions, and program risks.
• Mentor Release Train Engineers, Scrum Masters, and technical leads in Lean-Agile methodologies, SAFe implementation, and systems engineering practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure Agile execution supports contractual, technical, cybersecurity, and mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with CI polygraph security clearance.
• Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline, or an accepted education/experience substitution.
• Experience coordinating multiple Agile Release Trains within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
• Experience supporting cyber-focused DoD programs or government technical initiatives.
• Experience with systems engineering, technical integration, requirements traceability, and architectural alignment.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence.
• One of the following required certifications: SAFe Solution Train Engineer (STE), SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE), or SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC).

Experience Requirements

• HS Diploma/GED or Associate's degree with 20 years of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor's degree and 18 years of relevant experience, or
• Master's degree and 15 years of relevant experience

Pay Information
The final salary may be influenced by various factors, such as location, labor categories, experience, education, and/or certifications. CTC also provides a variety of benefits as well as opportunities for continuous education and development.
The estimated salary range for this position is $185,000 - $215,000.

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