Data Engineer, TS/SCI
Role Overview
S eeking a Lead Data Engineer / Mission Data Pipeline to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME). You will work directly with government, technical, and industry stakeholders design, implement, and sustain data pipelines that ingest, transform, store, and distribute mission-relevant data across the DIFC2 software ecosystem and external mission partner systems/ You will support the development and delivery of software capabilities that improve data accessibility, mission integration, operational visibility, and cross-system interoperability across a highly dynamic mission environment.
The focuses on enabling reliable, automated, and secure data flows that support mission capabilities on operational timelines.
This position requires collaboration with mission system stakeholders, platform engineers, and security teams to define data exchange artifacts, develop pipeline implementations, and ensure interfaces comply with Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.
The engineer will leverage both low-code/no-code ETL technologies and custom software development to implement scalable data pipelines that support the data architecture.
Typical job responsibilities Include:
Key Skills for This Role
Full Job Posting
Qualifications
- 9 years of experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems/Information Systems, or a related discipline; or a Master's degree and 7 years of experience; or a PhD/JD and 4 years of experience.
- 7+ years of experience supporting software engineering, systems integration, platform implementation, or application development efforts within DoD, IC, SAP/SCI, or other complex mission environments.
- Experience designing or implementing data pipelines, ETL workflows, or data integration architectures.
- Experience working with structured and semi-structured data formats (JSON, CSV, XML, etc.).
- Requires an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information and Special Program access, as well as a willingness to consent to a polygraph examination.
- You will wow us even more if you have experience will the following:
- Proficiency with low-code/no-code data orchestration technologies such as Apache NiFi, Apache Airflow, or similar ETL orchestration tools.
- Experience implementing data transformation logic using Python and data processing libraries such as Pandas and NumPy.
- Certification or demonstrated experience as a Palantir Foundry Data Engineer, including use of Code Repositories, Pipeline Builder, AIP Logic, and other platform-relevant technologies
- Experience designing pipelines that process and fuse large-scale datasets from multiple sources.
- Familiarity with DoW data architectures, mission system integration, or data interoperability frameworks.
- Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, architects, operators, and senior Government leadership while translating technical concepts into mission-relevant value.
- Proven ability to work in highly regulated, fast-moving environments where technical excellence, mission responsiveness, and stakeholder coordination are all critical to success.
- Salary range for the position is $180,000 - $220,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.
- Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.
About Blue Sky Innovators
Defense and intelligence services firm delivering advanced technology solutions to the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community, with a mission to bring insight to operations.
Visit company websiteJobs and hiring trendsApply for this job in 1 click
Skip the repetitive application forms
Install the Base Career Chrome Extension and autofill job applications across major job boards with your profile.
Trusted by over 500,000 job seekers on Base Career
More from this employer
More jobs at Blue Sky Innovators
Intern, Secret Clearance Eligible
Reston, USA
Software Developer, Satellite Program - TS/SCI with CI Poly
Alexandria, USA
Information Operations SME
Washington, USA
USAF Operational Subject Matter Expert (SME), TS/SCI
Washington, USA
Space System Architecture SME
Arlington, USA
Directed Energy SME
Arlington, USA
System Engineer
Arlington, USA
Senior Program/Project Manager
Chantilly, USA
