DSCA DoW Mid/Senior Data Engineer (Software Development Analyst) - 29573 Job Details | HII's Mission Technologies division

HII’s Mission Technologies division supports national security, intelligence, cyber operations, and advanced defense technology missions. The Mid/Senior Data Engineer will enhance a centralized data environment for auditable financial transaction data and develop Python-based data pipelines, relational database solutions, and data architectures supporting Department of War accountability and decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Designs, models, documents, and governs the logical and conceptual data architectures, relationships, and schema evolutions for complex, enterprise-scale applications in support of tracking and accountability reforms
• Analyzes current and emerging system requirements, then develops comprehensive technical, structural, and organizational specifications to enable auditable, transparent data flows
• Establishes and enforces data modeling standards, capacity planning, and performance optimization to support high-reliability DoW environments
• Develops robust Python-based scripts and ETL/ELT pipelines for efficient, secure data ingestion, transformation, and integration from diverse sources
• Leverages deep expertise in Relational Databases (SQL) for advanced querying, schema design, optimization, and data integrity assurance
• Operates within Agile/SAFe development frameworks to deliver iterative, high-value increments aligned with business priorities and DoW policies
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to align development efforts with strategic FMS reform objectives, including enhanced tracking, oversight, and reporting
• Performs additional duties as assigned or required to advance mission goals

Requirements:

• Proven Python development experience, including building scalable data pipelines and automation solutions
• Ability to work independently while thriving in collaborative team settings
• Self-motivated initiator with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
• Must possess and maintain an active Secret clearance at the time of consideration
• Database Engineer II | 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience
• Database Engineer III | 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
• Database Engineer IV | 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
• Strong understanding of transactional data flows, financial management systems, and auditability requirements in DoW/security cooperation contexts
• Direct experience with ADVANA
• Advanced SQL proficiency for complex querying, performance tuning, database administration, and optimization
• Experience in SAFe Agile environments, including participation in PI planning, Scrum/Kanban ceremonies, and DevSecOps practices