RF Data Systems & Database Engineer

Astrion; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Database & IT Systems Specialist to support RF/RCS measurement data and IT infrastructure. You will manage database systems, data ingestion software, servers, storage, backups, and security.

The role requires strong troubleshooting across databases, software, servers, and networks. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in relevant roles, solid SQL/database skills, Python scripting, Linux/Windows experience, and the ability to obtain SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in databases, systems, or IT infra.
• Strong working knowledge of SQL and database management.
• Programming or scripting experience, preferably Python.
• Experience administering Linux and/or Windows systems.
• Experience with servers, NAS/storage, backups, and data recovery.
• Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, VPN, remote access, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems independently.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship required and ability to obtain SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain DuckDB database schema, integrity, performance, backup, and recovery.
• Maintain and improve Python-based data ingestion and processing pipelines.
• Support and enhance Python/Streamlit web app used to search and analyze measurement data.
• Maintain data-pipeline automation using Dagster or similar tech.
• Administer Linux and Windows systems supporting databases and data collection.
• Manage servers, NAS/storage, RAID, backups, permissions, and capacity.
• Troubleshoot laboratory IT infrastructure, including networking and VPN/RDP access.
• Develop scripts to automate system administration and data-management tasks.
• Improve data organization and metadata traceability between raw and processed data.
• Apply cybersecurity practices: access control, patching, credential management.
• Maintain technical documentation for architecture, servers, storage, networks, and backups.
• Coordinate with engineering, IT, and cybersecurity teams as required.

Skills

SQL

Python

Linux

Windows

Networking

Data recovery

Documentation

U.S. citizenship

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

DuckDB

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

MySQL

SQLite

Dagster

Streamlit

Git

Synology NAS

Job description

Astrion in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Database & IT Systems Specialist to support RF/RCS measurement data and IT infrastructure. You will manage database systems, data ingestion software, servers, storage, backups, and security.

The role requires strong troubleshooting across databases, software, servers, and networks. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in relevant roles, solid SQL/database skills, Python scripting, Linux/Windows experience, and the ability to obtain SECRET clearance.