F-35 Data Engineer Mid (Remote)

F-35 Data Engineer Mid (Remote)

HII's Mission Technologies division is seeking a Data Engineer to support F 35 JPO Sustainment leadership by advancing the program's Fleet Readiness and Sustainment data modernization initiatives. This role focuses on developing and optimizing data pipelines, backend models, and structured datasets that enable enterprise sustainment analytics and dashboarding. The position requires building and maintaining automated ETL workflows, harmonizing complex data sets, and supporting data integration for F 35 depot and sustainment systems. The position is 100% Remote/Telework, location within the DMV metropolitan area is preferred.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain structured data models supporting sustainment analytics and dashboard requirements
• Build and maintain automated ETL workflows using AWS GovCloud services (S3, Glue, Lambda, Athena)
• Apply IL5 cloud controls, NIST 800-53 security requirements, and Zero Trust principles
• Integrate REST APIs to ingest data from multiple government systems
• Apply unit testing and validation techniques to ensure data quality

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Hands on ETL development using Python and SQL
• Experience with AWS services in secure cloud environments
• Experience integrating REST APIs
• Familiarity with GitLab and JIRA
• Clearance: An active Secret security clearance or higher and/or ability to obtain

Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation quality. Ability to operate independently while managing multiple priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Skilled at cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Proactive problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify gaps and propose actionable solutions. Adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, audit-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret DoD clearance or higher at the time of application and consideration
• Experience with F-35 sustainment data systems
• Experience supporting FIAR aligned processes
• AWS or Azure certifications
• Experience with IL5 cloud controls, NIST 800-53, and Zero Trust
• Knowledge of aviation maintenance or depot sustainment workflows
• 3-6 years of direct data engineer experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods while working at a computer
• Must be able to effectively communicate in virtual meetings, briefings, and secure collaboration environments
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret digital data for extended periods with attention to detail and accuracy
• Must maintain a home work environment that meets company and government security requirements
• Must be able to work assigned East Coast core business hours to support program and customer requirements

This is a full-time remote role. Team members are expected to be online, available, and responsive during their scheduled work hours to support collaboration and customer needs. To be successful in this remote position, employees should:

• Have a reliable, high-speed internet connection and a secure, distraction-free workspace
• Stay connected through company communication tools and respond in a timely manner
• Attend required virtual meetings, trainings, and check-ins
• Communicate proactively about workload, availability, or schedule changes
• Maintain the same professionalism, productivity, and engagement as on-site team members

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. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. 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.