Data Engineer (Engineer Database 2)

Requisition Number: 21553 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $70,561.00 - $100,802.00 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Mid 

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Global Security comprises live, virtual, constructive training and range systems, services and operations; fleet maintenance, repair, operations and sustainment; nuclear; and international. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Data Engineer with skilled talent to join a team that identifies, develops, manages, and analyzes data (geospatial, force structure, and system characteristic), digital applications, and policy to support virtual, constructive, and gaming simulation-enabled Joint and Combatant Command training. This Data Engineer position will assist in improving the processes in which data is collected, managed, and converted for the purposes of the Joint Staff (JS) J7, Deputy Director of Joint Training (DDJT) data initiatives.

This position is onsite in Suffolk, VA. An active Secret security clearance is required in order to qualify for this role.
 

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Curation of data from various authoritative sources into schemas and formats that can be consumed by applications of the DDJT’s Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE).
• Assist in the development of Data Pipelines for data cleaning, transformation, and aggregation.
• Reduce amount of manual touch labor required to transform data into useable formats by enhancing data quality and efficiency. 
• Assist in management of DDJT’s data and analytics operations including architecture, user requirements, software development, report development, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) integration.
   

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.
• Client requirements: Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience OR a Master’s degree with 0-2 years of experience. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 8 years of applicable work experience. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience.
• An active Secret security clearance is required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
•    Interest in data and data analytics.
•    Experience with MS Excel functions for data analysis.
•    Experience with SQL for data queries.
•    Knowledge or interest in Data Dashboards (Tableau, PowerBI, Looker, etc.).
•    Knowledge of scripting (Python).
•    Knowledge of database/technology/processes (PostgreSQL, Apache Kafka, ETL, noSQL databases, etc.).
•    Ability to communicate in person, over virtual platforms, and in writing with teammates, technical Subject Matter Experts (SME), and senior leaders.
•    Ability to work in a team environment.
•    On-site support required (Must Interface with customers on a daily basis).

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with curation of force structure, terrain, and system characteristic data for use in DoD Modeling & Simulation (M&S) training applications is a plus.
• Knowledge of JS J7’s Joint Live Virtual Constructive (JLVC) federation is a plus.
• Knowledge of the Joint training exercise planning, design, execution, and assessment process (JELC – Joint Exercise Life Cycle) is a plus.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence is a plus.
   

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.