Front-End Developer

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.