Atlassian Administrator

We are seeking a highly skilled Atlassian Administrator to design, configure, and administer our Jira environment. This role will be responsible for establishing and maintaining Jira as a core enterprise tool, including setup, customization, integrations, and ongoing governance. The ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and strategic insight to ensure Atlassian tools support business processes effectively and securely.

Essential Functions

• Design and implement Jira architecture (Data Center, Cloud, or Server), including user management, project structures, permission schemes, security, and performance optimization.
• Establish governance standards for Jira projects, workflows, and issue types.
• Serve as the primary Jira system administrator, managing day-to-day operations, updates, backups, and troubleshooting.
• Monitor system performance and proactively address scalability and stability needs. • Provide end-user support and training.
• Design, build, and maintain custom workflows, fields, screens, schemes, dashboards, and reports.
• Develop and maintain custom automation, scripting (e.g., Jira Automation, ScriptRunner, Groovy), and integrations with other tools (e.g., GitLab, Microsoft Teams, Power BI).
• Evaluate and manage Atlassian Marketplace apps to extend Atlassian tool capabilities.
• Integrate Jira with enterprise systems (e.g., SharePoint, Microsoft 365, CI/CD pipelines, financial/ERP tools).
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate requirements into effective Jira solutions.
• Champion best practices for Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and project portfolio management within Jira.
• Maintain the accuracy, consistency, and organization of Jira content, including workflows, custom fields, schemes, dashboards, and reports.
• Regularly audit and clean up unused or duplicate configurations, projects, and fields to ensure Jira remains efficient and user-friendly.
• Implement naming conventions, documentation standards, and usage guidelines for sustainable system management.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements (e.g., CMMC, FedRAMP, ISO).
• Establish data governance, retention, and access control policies.
• Maintain audit readiness for tool usage and configurations.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Security Clearance- Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
• Proficiency with Jira Software (Cloud or Data Center) administration and configuration.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and how they are implemented in Jira.
• Familiarity with database concepts, application servers, and system performance optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and drive solutions across teams.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and ITSM processes.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Atlassian certifications (e.g., ACP-120: Jira Administration for Cloud, ACP-610: Managing Jira Projects for Data Center/Server, ACP-420: Jira System Administrator).

Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Jira Administrator, Architect, or Developer in a medium-to[1]large enterprise environment.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing complex Jira workflows and enterprise[1]level configurations.
• Strong experience with ScriptRunner, Groovy scripting, Jira Automation, and REST APIs.
• Experience integrating Jira with external tools (e.g., Confluence, Git/Bitbucket, Microsoft Teams, Power BI).
• Experience supporting federal, defense, or regulated industry environments (e.g., CMMC, NIST 800-171).
• Background in enterprise architecture or systems engineering.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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