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Northrop Grumman

Data Engineer / Principal Data Engineer

Melbourne, FL

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Data Engineer / Principal Data Engineer. This position is located in Melbourne, Florida.

Are you motivated to work in an environment that will challenge you, force you to continuously innovate, and work on solutions that make a difference for your customers? Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems relies on our team to provide the insights needed to drive performance across a broad range of strategic activities.

We are looking for a passionate Data Engineer to design and develop automated, end-to-end, Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) pipelines and Data Analytics/Visualization solutions from disparate data sources. You will share in the ownership of the technical vision and direction for advanced analytics systems that change the way we see and use data. We are looking for people who are self-motivated, hardworking, and have demonstrated the ability to find innovative solutions to complex technical problems.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) pipelines utilizing Python and SQL
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated data visualizations in Tableau
  • Data preparation/cleaning, integration, and automation from heterogeneous sources
  • Ensure data integrity and system availability
  • Identify, evaluate, and recommend core technologies and strategies
  • Monitor and optimize system performance
  • Decomposition of user requirements into logical functions/components
This position may be filled at a level 2 or level 3 based on the qualifications outlined below.

Basic Qualifications:

Data Engineer (Level 2)
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field with at least 2 years of related experience
  • 2 or more years of experience working with ETL techniques and frameworks
  • Experience with integration of data from multiple sources
  • Demonstrated proficiency utilizing Python and SQL
  • Experience developing and deploying automated data visualizations with Tableau
  • Experience with Agile Software Development
  • Active Department of Defense Secret security clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain special program access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the needs of the business
Principal Data Engineer (Level 3)
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field with at least 5 years of related experience
  • 2 or more years of experience working with ETL techniques and frameworks
  • Experience with integration of data from multiple sources
  • Demonstrated proficiency utilizing Python and SQL
  • Experience developing and deploying automated data visualizations with Tableau
  • Experience with Agile Software Development
  • Active Department of Defense Secret security clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain special program access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the needs of the business
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in a STEM field with relevant experience
  • 4+ years of experience working with ETL techniques and frameworks
  • Proficient in Python, SQL, and Tableau
  • Experience with data virtualization (e.g., Denodo) and data catalog (e.g., Collibra) technologies
  • Current Special Program Access
What We Offer:
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a great 401K matching program, and 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees!

Salary Range: $75,300 - $112,900
Salary Range 2: $92,600 - $139,000

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Melbourne, FL, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10158577
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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