Data Engineer

Title:

KBR is seeking a Data Engineer to join the LinQuest team in El Segundo, CA. Active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance is required.

The Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO) Science & Engineering Technical Support team is looking for an energetic and innovative Data Engineer to assist in data mining information from multiple DoD repositories. Ideal candidates will have experience providing technical support and managing technical programs throughout the engineering life cycle of operational and/or new start technical demonstration space and ground systems.

The Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO) Science & Engineering Technical Support team is looking for an energetic and innovative Data Engineer to assist in data mining information from multiple DoD repositories. Ideal candidates will have experience providing technical support and managing technical programs throughout the engineering life cycle of operational and/or new start technical demonstration space and ground systems. As a Data Engineer, the candidate will be adept at using large data sets to find opportunities for business optimization and using models to test the effectiveness of different courses of action. The Data Engineer candidate should have strong experience using a variety of data mining/data analysis methods, using a variety of data tools, building and implementing models, using and creating algorithms and/or creating and running simulations. Candidates must have a proven ability to generate data-driven insights. Candidates must be comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders and functional teams and have a passion for discovering solutions hidden in large data sets and working with stakeholders to improve business outcomes. As a Data Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work with unstructured and structured data, develop databases, build data pipelines, and find innovative solutions to complex data problems. Candidates should be familiar with state-of-the-art data engineering techniques and have hands-on experience with data pipelines and should be comfortable manipulating, processing, and extracting value from large unstructured and structured datasets.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Responsibilities include:

• Execute analytical experiments methodically to help solve various problems and make a true impact across various domains and industries.
• Research state-of-the-art data mining methods and innovative statistical models
• Identify relevant data sources and sets to mine for client business needs, and collect large structured and unstructured datasets and variables
• Process, cleanse, and verify the integrity of data used for analysis
• Develop code for predictive/prescriptive models with applied machine learning and other modeling techniques
• Clearly document and present methodology, assumptions, and findings to stakeholders

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Data Analytics, Software Development, Information Technology, or related discipline
• 5+ Years of experience in data engineering
• Experience manipulating data with Python, SQL, R, VBA
• Experience building data visualizations and communicating results to stakeholders
• Experiences with databases, data repositories, and data management tools
• Languages: Python, SQL
• Expected to be able to adapt quickly to changing needs across several core areas, including data wrangling, data exploration, data analysis, and data visualization.
• Must have the knowledge and communication skills to articulate trade-offs between analytic techniques, recommend a course of action to clients, and provide effective updates on project outcome uncertainty to leadership.
• Developing data pipelines to support Analytics
• Tools: Microsoft’s Power BI
• The ability to work in a secure, confined location (i.e., SCIF)
• US Citizenship and an active DoD Secret to be considered for this position

Desired:

• 10+ Years of experience in data engineering
• Languages: JavaScript, Java, C++, C#, HTML
• Analysis tool(s): MATLAB/Simulink
• MBSE tools: Sparx Enterprise Architect, Cameo
• Agile tools: Jira, Confluence, Kanban
• Experience with Palantir 
• Experience with MS&A and MS&A tools
• Experience with Configuration Management
• Experience with System Administration
• Background in web-design or dashboard design
• Predictive and Prescriptive analysis
• Experience working with and building REST APIs
• Experience with Graph Analysis tools such as Neo4J and Cypher
• Applying advanced analytics and machine learning techniques
• Experience working as a member of an agile software development team (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
• Experience with MySQL, shell scripting, UNIX/LINUX, GIT, Docker
• Experience with container deployment
• Experience with continuous integration process and tools
• US Citizenship and an active DoD TS/SCI to be considered for this position

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Basic Compensation: $140,000 - $200,000

This salary range is for California only

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.