Contract Geospatial Data Engineer Jobs in California

Koniag IT Systems, LLC is seeking a Data Engineer to support enterprise-level geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) systems engineering efforts for our federal customers. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in data architecture, ETL processes, and large-scale geospatial systems integration. This role requires expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex data pipelines and architectures that support mission-critical GEOINT operations.  This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance.

We offer competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401 (k) with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks of paid time off, and more.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree: 5-7 years of experience in a related field.
• Master of Science degree: 3-5 years of experience in a related field.
• PhD: 0-2 years of experience in a related field

Essential responsibilities, Functions, & Duties

• The Data Engineer will provide advisory and assistance support by assessing enterprise geospatial technologies, workflows, processes, procedures, and products in use across the NSG community and providing systems analysis and recommendations to support the Surf Eagle Enterprise Geographic Information System (GIS) Strategy
• The Data Engineer will contribute to the Enterprise GIS Strategy, assist with implementing strategic initiatives, research future technologies, and provide documentation and recommendations to appropriately leverage technological advances and align program stakeholders to the Enterprise GIS Strategy.
• The Data Engineer will monitor resource allocation for SEP and provide resource tracking, resource leveling, and resource allocation assessments for the Surf Eagle development.
• The Data Engineer will perform the full spectrum of systems engineering activities to implement an efficient, cost-effective architecture for the SEP.
• The Data Engineer will prepare and maintain NAVOCEANO and FNMOC-specific architecture views to provide a foundational framework for representing Surf Eagle architecture across the program and determining interoperability within the organizations and across the NSG and DoD.
• The Data Engineer will document existing production processes to include performance metrics to ensure the architecture is adequately managing existing requirements.
• The Data Engineer will identify performance concerns and recommend solutions.
• The Data Engineer will propose infrastructure changes and review other proposed infrastructure changes to ensure the changes align with the approved architecture.
•   The Data Engineer will provide support to and assist in COMNAVMETOCCOM’s transition to the Intelligence Community Information Technology Enterprise.
• The Data Engineer will provide support in life cycle management, configuration management and change management.
• The Data Engineer will advise the SEP PM on strategic needs for program evolution, including detailed roadmaps for Information Technology infrastructure based on requirements and resulting capabilities of national standards
• The Data Engineer will attend and participate in forums as required by the COR.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Work independently or as part of a team as needed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication abilities

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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