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.