Date Posted: 2024-12-01 Country: United States of America Location: VA543: 22270 Pacific Blvd, Dulles 22270 Pacific Boulevard Building CC5, Sterling, VA, 20166-6924 USA Position Role Type: Hybrid You have been redirected to RTX’s career page as we have recently transitioned from RTX to become a standalone company, which provides us with greater autonomy and opportunities for growth. As a prospective employee of Nightwing, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our continued success and shape the future of our cybersecurity, intelligence, and services offerings. At Nightwing, we don't just operate on the cutting edge—we create it. The nation's top intelligence and security agencies depend on us to outpace and outmaneuver evolving threats. We're the intelligence services company that constantly pushes boundaries to safeguard national security interests. The Role: We're building our data infrastructure from the ground up, embracing a data mesh paradigm and leveraging the power of AWS. We need an experienced ERP Data Specialist who thrives in a dynamic, greenfield environment and is ready to take ownership of key aspects of our data platform. You'll play a pivotal role in architecting, implementing, and maintaining the data pipelines that will fuel our AI-driven solutions. If you're passionate about designing scalable data systems, integrating diverse data sources, and enabling machine learning at scale, this is your chance to shape the future of intelligence at Nightwing. Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of a robust data mesh architecture on AWS, integrating domain-specific data sources like Workday, Deltek, ADP, and Alight. Take ownership of building and optimizing data pipelines using SnapLogic and other relevant tools, ensuring seamless data flow across the organization. Collaborate closely with domain teams to understand their evolving data needs and empower them to manage their own data products. Leverage AWS services to build and maintain a scalable, secure, and cost-effective data platform. Enable advanced machine learning initiatives by providing clean, reliable, and well-structured data. Proactively identify and address performance bottlenecks and data quality issues. Embrace a learning mindset and stay ahead of the curve in data engineering and cloud technologies, sharing knowledge with the team. Qualifications: 2+ years of experience as a Data Engineer, Data Specialist or in a related role. 2+ years of experience with the backend of an ERP tool. Proficiency in SQL and extensive experience with data modeling and schema design. Experience building and using document and relational databases for production usage Strong programming skills in Python and other high-level languages. Hands-on experience with data integration tools (ideally SnapLogic) and ETL processes. Experience creating data visualizations using tools like Tableau and PowerBI. Deep familiarity with AWS services and cloud-based data architectures. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects. Preferred Skills: Solid understanding of data mesh principles and domain-driven design. Experience with machine learning concepts and data preparation for AI/ML. Knowledge of data governance, security, and privacy best practices. Knowledge of Cybersecurity principles, practices, and operations Experience participating in Agile environments and SDLC (Software development lifecycle) Exposure to M365 and Azure environments. Experience mentoring or leading junior data engineers. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Math, or a related field. Location: Dulles, VA (Hybrid) Security Clearance: Must be a US Citizen. No Clearance required, but Secret or higher preferred. Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives. When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions. At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team. What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care. Requires theoretical to advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through University Degree combined with experience. Practical knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work. Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Engineering/Other Technical Positions:Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics(STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. The salary range for this role is 70,000 USD - 142,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
