Jr. Data Engineer

Purpose and ImpactAs a Junior Data Engineer you will support an exciting National Security mission to position NGA to be the enterprise and community GEOINT data provider improving the way analysts customers and end users access discover stage link produce re-integrate and deliver intelligence. You will help build test and support data solutions that improve how analysts customers and end users access and use mission data. This role offers the opportunity to grow your skills in data engineering cloud platforms and secure software development.Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm hybrid role with minimum 2-3 days weekly onsite.Essential ResponsibilitiesAssist with building testing documenting and maintaining data pipelines and ETLELT workflows under the guidance of experienced engineersWrite and maintain SQL queries and scripts to ingest transform validate and prepare structured and semi-structured dataSupport data integration from APIs databases files and other approved sources following established security and authentication practicesRun data quality checks investigate discrepancies and share findings with the teamHelp monitor scheduled data workflows troubleshoot routine failures and escalate complex issues with clear notesParticipate in Agile planning code reviews testing and documentation while following team practices for version control and deploymentMinimum Requirements Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesFoundational programming skills in Python and SQL demonstrated through work coursework internships or substantial projectsBasic understanding of relational databases data structures and common data formats such as CSV and JSONAbility to assist with data ingestion transformation and validation by following established patterns and guidanceFamiliarity with Git and collaborative software development willingness to learn automated testing CICD and production support practicesAbility to review datasets identify anomalies or inconsistencies and explain findings clearlyStrong problem-solving skills attention to detail and willingness to ask questions incorporate feedback and learn new toolsAbility to work effectively with engineers analysts and other mission partners with clear written and verbal communicationBachelors degree in computer science information systems engineering mathematics or a related field equivalent practical experience may be consideredClearance RequiredActive TSSCI to start with ability to gain and maintain a PolyMinimum EducationBachelors degree in a related field or equivalent practical experienceMinimum Years of Experience0-2 years of relevant experience internships coursework and substantial projects may countPreferred QualificationsInternship coursework or project experience with data pipelines or analytical datasetsExposure to AWS or another cloud platform including storage compute or managed data servicesFamiliarity with data modeling metadata search cataloging or GIS conceptsExposure to tools such as Spark Hadoop Hive Elasticsearch or TableaujavelinAs part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentums role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.Other ResponsibilitiesSafety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aidbuddy aid responsibilities participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand hisher Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status.Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read understand and implement the general and specific operational safety quality and environmental requirements of all plans procedures and policies pertaining to hisher job. Compensation Details130000 - 160000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.Benefits OverviewOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings includeHealth dental and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits including 401k matchingEducational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement CBA the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act SCA or other employment contracts may include different provisionsbenefits. Original Posting11102026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race sex sexual orientation pregnancy including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding age ancestry United States military or veteran status color religion creed marital or domestic partner status medical condition genetic information national origin citizenship status low-income status or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal state or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.