Metrics Data Engineer 2/3 (15764)
CO Salary Range: USD 81,300.00 - 121,900.00 per year
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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.Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Software Engineer : Metrics Data Engineer - 15764. This position will be located in Colorado Springs, Colorado and will support the Sentinel program.
We are excited to offer a challenging opportunity for an enthusiastic Junior Data Engineer to join our reputable defense contractor team. In this role, you will contribute to the management and analysis of diverse data sets, supporting key areas such as division finance, resource planning, scheduling, and specialized engineering program requirements. This position offers a unique chance to develop your skills in data engineering while working on projects that are essential to our national defense and technological innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the design and construction of scalable data pipelines to integrate various data sources within the defense sector.
Support the development of data models and database management systems under the guidance of senior data engineers.
Participate in the implementation of ETL processes and data warehousing solutions.
Contribute to the application of analytics and machine learning for system modeling and predictive maintenance projects.
Help maintain and improve DevOps practices, including version control, automated testing, and continuous integration/deployment for data workflows.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into data-driven solutions.
Ensure adherence to data security protocols and compliance with industry regulations.
Engage in continuous learning to stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in data engineering and DevOps.
What You Will Gain:
Hands-on experience with real-world data engineering projects in the high-stakes defense industry.
Mentorship from seasoned professionals and exposure to advanced data engineering techniques and tools.
A collaborative and supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and skill development.
Opportunities to contribute to projects that have a direct impact on the company's strategic goals and product offerings.
A comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance.
Career advancement opportunities as you gain experience and demonstrate your capabilities.
BQ:
• T02: 02 Years with Bachelors in relevant field of study; 00 Years with Masters or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.
• T03: 05 Years with Bachelors in relevant field of study; 03 Years with Masters; 00 Years with PhD or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.
• U.S. Citizen and ability to obtain Active DoD Secret and Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience in designing, building, optimizing and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure in cloud environments with tools such as (Apache Airflow, Prefect, AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory).
• Proficiency in Python or Scala for data processing; experience with querying and optimizing databases and with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, or MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud services like AWS (e.g., S3, Redshift, Lambda), Azure (e.g., Synapse, Data Lake), or GCP (e.g., BigQuery, Dataflow).
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• Experience with version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins).
• Familiarity with data lake and warehouse solutions such as Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery.
• Understanding of distributed data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark or Databricks or Palantir.
• Ability to work closely with analytics, data science, and DevOps teams to ensure seamless data flow and be able to communicate technical details with non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Cloud certifications such as: AWS Certified Data Analytics Specialty, Azure Data Engineer Associate or Google Professional Data Engineer.
• Knowledge of real-time data streaming tools such as Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis, or Google Pub/Sub.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation for deploying data pipelines.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Understanding of best practices in data governance, including data quality monitoring and metadata management.
• Experience working with sensitive data and adhering to compliance frameworks such as GDPR or HIPAA.
• Experience implementing and optimizing MLOps workflows for integrating machine learning models into data pipelines.
• Familiarity with observability tools for data engineering workflows (e.g., Prometheus, Datadog, or CloudWatch).
Salary Range: $81,300.00 - $121,900.00Salary Range 2: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.
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
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