Senior Data Engineer/Senior Data Architect

The Aerospace Corporation

. Work closely with National Security Space, United States Space Force, and other Department of Defense customers .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $144,500 - $216,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing enterprise data solutions, including cloud-native data platforms and advanced data architectures. Proficient in programming languages such as Python and Java, with a strong focus on data accessibility, quality, and governance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data Architecture DesignCloud-Native Solutions DevelopmentData Integration TechnologiesSQL and NoSQL Database TechnologiesSecurity Clearance Eligibility

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

PythonJavaApache AirflowApache SparkDenodoSQLMongoDBMySQLPostgreSQLDynamoDB

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Data WarehousesData Analytics PlatformsData Virtualization

Industry Keywords

National Security SpaceDepartment of DefenseAgentic AIData GovernanceData Strategy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AirflowApacheCloudDynamoDBJavaMongoDBMySQLNoSQLPostgresPythonSparkSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with National Security Space, United States Space Force, and other Department of Defense customers
Build data platforms and architectures for various data domains
Research emerging technologies, develop prototypes, and design cloud-native solutions
Enable secure, scalable, and self-service access to data
Advance next-generation data and Agentic AI capabilities
Develop and implement an organizational data strategy aligned with business processes
Design data models and database development standards
Implement and manage data warehouses and data analytics platforms
Coordinate and collaborate with multifunctional teams, customers, and vendors for smooth enterprise data system operation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field
Typically 8 or more years of experience designing and delivering enterprise data solutions
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in programming languages such as Python and/or Java
Experience with modern data integration, orchestration, and processing technologies such as Apache Airflow, Apache Spark, Denodo, or similar platforms
Experience leading end-to-end data architecture initiatives, including platform selection, technical design, implementation, testing, and deployment of scalable solutions
Experience designing and building modern cloud-native data platforms that support analytics, machine learning, and Agentic AI capabilities
Experience with SQL and NoSQL database technologies, including MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and DynamoDB
Ability to integrate technical solutions that ensure data accessibility, quality, governance, security, and operational excellence across the enterprise
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the U.S. Government
U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
Advanced Masters or PhD degree in computer science or another applicable STEM concentration is impressive but optional
Cloud application architectures and deployment is impressive but optional
Knowledge of data virtualization and data access is impressive but optional

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect