Director Robotic Process Automation Jobs in Virginia

Koniag IT Systems, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an RPA Developer with a TS/SCI security clearance to support KITS and our government customer at Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, VA. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. A sign on bonus may be available for this role. The Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Developer provides dedicated technical support, development, and advisory services for AI and RPA integration within ACC/A589 classified environments; supports user-driven innovation challenges and in-person facilitation; ensures compliance with cybersecurity, data governance, and network-specific requirements for SIPRNet and AFSCI operations. Designs, prototypes, and deploys automation solutions that directly support Air Combat Command's operational mission. This is a hands-on development role. Write bots, test them with actual users, refine them based on operational feedback, and deliver solutions that Airmen use every day. Measured by throughput: a minimum of three prototypes per quarter and two operational transitions per quarter, working in parallel with another RPA Developer to maintain continuous delivery. Essential Job Functions: RPA Prototyping & Development: * Conduct workflow discovery interviews with ACC A589 personnel to identify automation opportunities * Assess A589 processes for automation potential using structured intake criteria (inputs, decision points, data sources, manual workload burden) * Design and develop RPA solutions using UiPath and Microsoft Power Automate on enterprise-approved platforms * Build functional prototypes within 2-4 week cycles that users can test in realistic A589 mission contexts * Maintain a personal development pipeline of 2-3 concurrent use cases to sustain quarterly output targets Iterative Refinement & User Validation: * Conduct 2-3 iterative refinement cycles with A589 operational users before transitioning solutions * Incorporate A589 user feedback to improve bot accuracy, reliability, and usability * Test bots across appropriate classification levels (NIPRNet, SIPRNet, AFSCI as assigned) * Validate solutions against real operational data and edge cases identified by users Solution Transition & Sustainment: * Deliver complete technical documentation including architecture diagrams, configuration details, and data flow specifications * Create tailored user training packages and operational SOPs for each transitioned workflow * Develop Government sustainment plans enabling ACC A589 personnel to maintain and enhance solutions independently * Provide all source code, configuration files, and integration specifications to the Government * Conduct knowledge transfer sessions with Government personnel who will sustain the solution Cross-Wing Scaling & Collaboration: * Document lessons learned and adaptation guidance for solutions that may benefit other ACC wings * Collaborate with AI/RPA ACC A589 Solutions Architect to identify cross-wing scaling opportunities * Contribute to the enterprise solution catalog organized by mission function * Support mobile training teams during wing visits to demonstrate transitioned RPA capabilities Working Conditions: Location and Environment: * Primary Work Location: Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), Virginia * Classified Facilities: Regular work in Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and secure spaces * Workspace: Government-provided office space in secure facility; access to NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and collaboration tools * Classified Work: Regular access to classified environments (SIPRNet, AFSCI) required for coordination and stakeholder engagement Travel Requirements: Frequency: * None at this time; however subject to change Physical Demands: * Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation * Visual acuity for detailed technical work and data analysis * Manual dexterity for typing, coding, and operating computer equipment Schedule and Availability: * Core Hours: 0800-1700 EST, Monday-Friday), with occasional extended hours to meet mission deadlines or support operational events * Flexibility: Occasional early morning or evening meetings to accommodate wing schedules across time zones * Surge Periods: Increased hours during major milestones, events, or exercises (with advance notice) Security Environment: * Work with classified information up to Top Secret/SCI level * Compliance with OPSEC, CUI handling, and classification protocols * Subject to security inspections, audits, and continuous evaluation * Adherence to base access, badge, and facility security requirements Minimum Qualifications, Certifications, and Platform Credentials: Required Qualifications: Security Clearance: * Secret (T3) clearance minimum - Required at start * TS/SCI clearance preferred for assignments supporting classified workflows within HQ ACC A589 Experience: * 3+years of hands-on RPA solution development and deployment experience * Proven track record delivering operational RPA bots from discovery through production deployment * Experience with iterative development methodologies and user-centered design * Federal government or DoD RPA experience strongly preferred Certifications (Required): * UiPath Certified RPA Associate - Required * Microsoft Power Automate certification - Required * CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8140.03 baseline) - Required Certifications (Preferred): * Power Platform Fundamentals (PL-900) * UiPath Advanced RPA Developer * Microsoft Power Platform Developer Associate Technical Competencies: * Expert-level proficiency with UiPath Studio, Orchestrator, and Automation Cloud * Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Power Automate (cloud flows, desktop flows, process advisor) * Strong understanding of Power Platform ecosystem (Power Apps, Power BI integration) * Experience with API integration, database connectivity, and data transformation * Knowledge of both exception handling, logging, and error recovery patterns * Familiarity with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines for RPA deployments Performance Expectations: Measured against clear, documented output targets: * Minimum 3 prototypes per quarter (functional bots validated by users in test environments) * Minimum 2 operational transitions per quarter (bots accepted by COR and integrated into daily operations with full documentation) * 2-4 week prototyping cycles per solution (from discovery kickoff to user-testable bot) * 100% documentation compliance (every transitioned solution includes technical specs, user training, SOPs, and sustainment plan) * These are not stretch goals. * These are baseline expectations derived from Team Koniag's proven RPA delivery model at other military organizations. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience supporting Air Force or ACC mission sets * Background in intelligence, ISR, or combat operations workflows * Familiarity with DoD data governance and security compliance requirements * Experience developing bots that operate across NIPRNet and SIPRNet environments * Previous work with Advana, AskSage, or other DoD enterprise platforms * Understanding of AI/ML integration with RPA workflows Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352