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Front-End Developer
Location: On-site at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Aerstone
Aerstone is a cybersecurity and software development firm dedicated to delivering high-impact solutions that help secure our nation’s most critical systems. With a deep commitment to trust, autonomy, and technical excellence, we support government and commercial clients through secure, scalable technology that solves real-world challenges. Our culture is built on empowering employees, providing a strong sense of purpose, and making meaningful contributions in high-stakes environments.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Front-End Developer to support a mission-critical software development effort for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). This role focuses on building a modern, browser-based application to manage Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) used in the security authorization process. The application helps track and resolve system vulnerabilities resulting from the Risk Management Framework (RMF), security audits, and testing.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and maintain a responsive, accessible UI using React.
- Collaborate with UX designers and backend engineers to deliver intuitive, seamless user experiences.
- Follow best practices for performance, usability, and Section 508 compliance.
- Participate in Agile development sprints, planning sessions, and code reviews.
- Integrate frontend components with backend services and RESTful APIs.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize frontend code in a cloud-native AWS environment.
Tech Stack
React, JavaScript, NodeJS, Docker, SQL, AWS (Lambda, Glue, Redshift, RDS, EC2, S3)
Required Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
- 5 years of hands-on experience with React and JavaScript.
- Experience working with Docker and cloud-based environments, preferably AWS.
- Understanding of accessibility standards (Section 508).
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Why Aerstone?
- Be part of a small, mission-driven company with a strong reputation for excellence and impact.
- Work alongside experts in cybersecurity and cloud engineering on challenging, high-visibility projects.
- Enjoy a culture of autonomy, respect, and collaboration—where your work matters and your voice is heard.