Lead Agile Coach / Release Train Engineer (RTE) - OBIQUA

CELESTAR

$120K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in implementing and coaching Agile methodologies in complex IT environments
  • Advanced Agile Framework certification (e.g., SPC or RTE) is mandatory
  • Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, with recent exposure within the last 2 years preferred
  • Master's degree in a relevant field, or a Bachelor's degree with an additional 5 years of senior experience
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with a current CI Polygraph (adjudicated within the last 5 years)

Responsibilities

  • Lead the rollout of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) across all tasks on the contract
  • Facilitate key Agile events like Program Increment (PI) Planning and Agile Release Train (ART) sessions
  • Manage program-level dependencies, risks, and impediments among Agile teams
  • Coach both government and contractor teams on Agile best practices
  • Track Agile performance metrics and propose improvements
  • Collaborate with leadership and technical teams to align with mission objectives
  • Promote continuous improvement initiatives across the Agile program

Benefits

  • Strong emphasis on career advancement and impact within the field
  • Opportunity to work closely with Government personnel
  • Access to cutting-edge initiatives in intelligence analysis and Agile practices
  • Potential for long-term engagement with a commitment through 2026 and beyond
  • Involvement in a mission-driven environment focused on advanced intelligence methodologies
Full Job Description
Celestar Corporation is seeking a Lead Agile Coach / Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) under the Object Based Intelligence and Quality Assurance (OBIQUA) task order. The primary place of performance will be at DIA Facilities across the National Capital Region (NCR). If interested and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.

ANTICIPATED AWARD: October 2026

ANTICIPATED START: October 2026
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 1 Base Year + 4 Option Years
LOCATION: DIA Facilities across the National Capital Region (NCR)

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active TS/SCI with a Current CI Poly (adjudicated within the last 5 years)

Responsibilities:

This opportunity supports DIA's Object Based Intelligence and Quality Assurance (OBIQUA) initiative focused on advancing intelligence analysis through Agile program management, AI assurance, analytic innovation, and ontology development.

The Lead Agile Coach / Release Train Engineer (RTE) is responsible for leading the implementation, maturation, and execution of the Scaled Agile Framework across all contract tasks. This position facilitates program-level planning, manages dependencies across Agile teams, and drives continuous improvement.
• Lead implementation and maturation of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) across the program.
• Facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning and Agile Release Train (ART) events.
• Manage dependencies, risks, and impediments across Agile teams.
• Coach Government and contractor personnel on Agile best practices and continuous improvement.
• Monitor Agile performance metrics and recommend process improvements.
• Coordinate with program leadership and technical teams to ensure alignment with mission objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and Agile maturity across the program.

Required Qualifications:
• Demonstrated senior-level experience implementing and coaching Agile in complex IT environments
• An advanced Agile Framework certification (e.g., Agile Program Consultant (SPC) or Agile Release Train Engineer (RTE))
• Desired Experience: Minimum 12 years of experience related to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.
• Desired Education: Master's degree in an area related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or have Bachelor's degree related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and an additional 5 years of related senior experience, for a total of 17 years, as a substitute to the Master's degree

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