Database Engineer - Entry Level

Boeing Intelligence & Analytics; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Intelligence & Analytics in Annapolis Junction, MD seeks an entry-level Database Engineer to design, implement, and optimize database systems supporting complex data flows and analysis. The role emphasizes front-end lifecycle work from requirements to IOC, with security and architecture considerations.

Ideal candidates have a technical degree or equivalent experience, TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance, and a track record in database development, performance tuning, and reporting using

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline is required or five (5) years of additional DBE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance is required.
• Experience supporting the database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis activities.
• Knowledge of the analysis and evaluation of system improvements, optimization, development and/or maintenance efforts.
• Knowledge of development of long and short-term requirements for database administration and design.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical expertise for database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis.
• Developing relational and/or Object-Oriented databases, database parser software, and database loading software.
• Developing a database structure that fits into the overall architecture of the system under development and has to make trades among data volumes, number of users, logical and physical distribution, response times, retention rules, security and domain controls.
• Working primarily at the front end of the lifecycle—requirements through system acceptance testing and IOC.
• Developing requirements from a project’s inception to its conclusion for a particular business and IT subject matter area.
• Assisting with recommendations for, and analysis and evaluation of systems improvements, optimization, development, and/or maintenance efforts.

Skills

Database design

Data flow & analysis

Requirements gathering

System optimization

Cloud methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Cloud methodologies

Job description

Why This Is An Exciting Role

As a Database Engineer - Entry level at Boeing Intelligence and Analytics, you responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical expertise for database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis
• Developing relational and/or Object-Oriented databases, database parser software, and database loading software
• Developing a database structure that fits into the overall architecture of the system under development and has to make trades among data volumes, number of users, logical and physical distribution, response times, retention rules, security and domain controls.
• Working primarily at the front end of the lifecycle-requirements through system acceptance testing and Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
• Developing requirements from a project’s inception to its conclusion for a particular business and Information Technology (IT) subject matter area (i.e., simple to complex systems)
• Assisting with recommendations for, and analysis and evaluation of systems improvements, optimization, development, and/or maintenance efforts
• Translating a set of requirements and data into a usable document by creating or recreating ad hoc queries, scripts, and macros; updates existing queries, creates new ones to manipulate data into a master file; and builds complex systems using queries, tables, Open Database Connectivity and database storage and retrieval using Cloud methodologies

Why This Is An Exciting Role

As a Database Engineer - Entry level at Boeing Intelligence and Analytics, you responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical expertise for database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis
• Developing relational and/or Object-Oriented databases, database parser software, and database loading software
• Developing a database structure that fits into the overall architecture of the system under development and has to make trades among data volumes, number of users, logical and physical distribution, response times, retention rules, security and domain controls.
• Working primarily at the front end of the lifecycle-requirements through system acceptance testing and Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
• Developing requirements from a project’s inception to its conclusion for a particular business and Information Technology (IT) subject matter area (i.e., simple to complex systems)
• Assisting with recommendations for, and analysis and evaluation of systems improvements, optimization, development, and/or maintenance efforts
• Translating a set of requirements and data into a usable document by creating or recreating ad hoc queries, scripts, and macros; updates existing queries, creates new ones to manipulate data into a master file; and builds complex systems using queries, tables, Open Database Connectivity and database storage and retrieval using Cloud methodologies

What Makes BI&A Different

As a fully owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, BI&A offers an optimal mix of a small company environment with exceptional opportunities supported by a large corporation.

Every day, Boeing Intelligence & Analytics supports global missions by building and delivering intelligence, analytics, and cyber solutions that enable users to advance national security. From hardware and software engineering solutions to analytics that keep this nation safe, we create value that meets users’ needs. With vibrant partnerships and innovative approaches, we serve the Intelligence Community through innovation and vision. We have provided our customers with the tools needed to counter evolve global and cyber threats, and to improve wartime decision-making.

• Our talented employees bring software development, systems engineering, and advanced analytics expertise.
• We offer numerous prime contract opportunities with customers headquartered in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia, as well as subcontract opportunities that align with our areas of focus and additional opportunities nationwide through our parent company.
• We have current open positions on awarded programs across diverse customer sets and are anticipating upcoming contract awards with a 5-year life cycle and an additional 5 option years.
• Our diverse portfolio allows our employees to move to other projects and teams as they gain further proficiency in their current skill set and learn new skill sets along the way.
• We offer hands-on access to cutting-edge technologies and a culture of technical excellence.

Experience And Qualifications

To be eligible for this demanding position, the ideal candidate should demonstrate the following experience and qualifications:

Required Education And Years Of Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required
• Five (5) years of additional DBE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance
• Experience supporting the database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis activities
• Knowledge of the analysis and evaluation of system improvements, optimization, development and/or maintenance efforts
• Knowledge of development of long and short-term requirements for database administration and design

Telework/Remote Availability:

Telework/Remote work currently not authorized

Work Location(s):

Annapolis Junction, MD

Contingent Upon Program Award

The position is contingent upon program award.

Summary Pay Range

Please note that the information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

$70,000 - $90,000

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