Data Engineer SME - Hybrid

Overview

Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a Data Engineer SME to lead data engineering initiatives for high-priority projects. This position requires extensive expertise in data architecture and system engineering, supporting sophisticated mission systems within dynamic environments. This is a hands-on, hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) role located in Springfield, VA.

The Data Engineer SME will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and managing advanced data pipelines and architecture to support high-level government objectives. Working directly on classified projects, this individual will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and securing data flows, employing expertise in cloud-based solutions and data engineering tools.

Job Duties Include (but not limited to):

• Design, develop, and implement data pipelines and ETL processes using AWS and Azure native tools (e.g., Glue, SNS) to support secure and efficient data processing.
• Apply proficiency in data flow and orchestration tools, including NiFi and Airflow, to ensure optimal pipeline performance.
• Develop scalable microservices for data handling and transformation, suitable for high-volume data ingestion and processing.
• Curate, cleanse, and secure data to support accurate and safe data transfers across multiple classification levels.
• Develop solutions to support both batch and streaming data processing.
• Integrate data pipelines with data lakes and warehouses, enhancing data accessibility and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical data requirements.
• Ensure adherence to data handling best practices and compliance with security requirements when working with classified datasets.
• Employ data visualization techniques to make data more accessible and actionable for mission teams.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

• Python: PySpark and Polars experience preferred.
• SQL: Preference for PostgreSQL and TrinoSQL, but any variant is fine.
• Git
• Trino: Familiarity with Kubernetes and Helm charts.
• Deploying software in Kubernetes with CI/CD.
• ETL tools: Airflow preferred.
• ElasticSearch
• Working in a Linux environment.
• Database optimization
• Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Advanced degrees are a plus.

Security Clearance:

• An active TS/SCI security clearance is REQUIRED

Benefits:

• National Health, vision and dental plans
• 20 days of PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short - and long-term disability plans
• 401(K) retirement plans
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Relocation opportunities

Iron EagleX is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.