Huntington Ingalls Industries

Data Operations Engineer (Hybrid) - 30039

Huntington Ingalls Industries • $137K — $195K *
Columbia, MD 21044Hybrid
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Active Secret level U.S. Government Security Clearance required; U.S. Citizenship necessary.
  • 9+ years in technical operations, systems engineering, or data management with a Bachelor's; or 7 years with a Master's; or 13 years relevant experience with a High School Diploma.
  • Experience with managing high-volume data flow and distributed systems, particularly cloud platforms.
  • Familiarity with observability platforms and log analysis tools.
  • Strong understanding of network data and various log formats including JSON and XML.
  • Proficient in managing ETL processes for analytics.
  • Ability to use scripting languages like Python or Java for automation.
  • Exceptional communication skills to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main liaison between customers and technical teams, managing expectations and translating mission requirements into engineering tasks.
  • Manage daily DataOps operations, enhancing data availability and minimizing latency.
  • Oversee data flow deployment and maintenance using Engineering team’s templates.
  • Tune cluster performance and monitor data pipeline health for optimal data discovery.
  • Drive the transition from reactive maintenance to proactive, automated operations.
  • Facilitate cross-ecosystem coordination of scripts and strategies to leverage successes.
  • Implement automated quality governance to ensure data integrity before production.

Benefits

  • Access to additional great benefits and perks, detailed on the company website.
  • Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment with flexibility in schedule.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a member of the Data Operations Team at Enlighten, you will lead a technically focused team responsible for the reliability, uptime, and speed-to-delivery of mission-critical data sets. This role requires a heavy focus on customer interface, serving as the primary technical point of contact for stakeholders. You will translate complex mission requirements into technical workflows, ensuring that our data pipelines are automated, documented, and precisely aligned with customer needs.

This position focuses on the systems engineering and platform stability required to manage high-velocity data across complex ecosystems. You will oversee the transition from reactive data fixing to an adaptive, self-healing platform, managing the "Flow Owners" who monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data infrastructure while maintaining high-touch communication with the client.

#LI-DS1 #Mid-Senior Level

Essential Job Responsibilities

  • Customer Interface & Engagement: Serve as the lead liaison between the customer and the technical team. You will manage expectations, communicate technical roadmaps, and translate mission-specific data needs into actionable engineering tasks.
  • Operational Leadership: Help manage the daily operations of the DataOps team, focusing on accelerating data availability and minimizing the latency between initial data identification and final database availability.
  • Systems Engineering Oversight: Oversee the deployment and maintenance of data flows using standardized templates and core libraries provided by the Engineering team.
  • Performance Tuning: Responsible for immediate cluster performance tuning and pipeline monitoring to ensure data health and discovery latency are minimized.
  • Strategic Alignment: Drive the technical evolution of the data platform, moving the organization from a reactive maintenance state toward a proactive, automated, and adaptive operational model.
  • Ecosystem Coordination: Facilitate technical exchanges to ensure scripts, flow strategies, and wins in one area of the ecosystem are adapted and utilized across others.
  • Quality Governance: Implement automated "Quality Gates" and schema validations to ensure data integrity before it reaches production environments.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Lead the decomposition of complex technical problems and troubleshoot systemic dataflow issues across distributed messaging, orchestration, and cloud environments.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Clearance Requirement: Must currently have and maintain an active Secret level U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Must have 9+ years in technical operations, systems engineering, or data management with a Bachelor's degree; OR 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
  • Distributed Systems & Cloud Platforms: Proven experience managing high-volume data flow and storage solutions, specifically distributed messaging queues, data orchestration engines, and cloud-native storage.
  • Observability & Log Analysis: Strong familiarity with enterprise observability platforms and log analysis tools for monitoring system health and minimizing data discovery latency.
  • Data Standards: Deep understanding of network data, metadata fill rates, and various log formats such as JSON and XML.
  • ETL Management: Fluency in managing extraction, translation, and loading (ETL) processes to enable rapid analytics.
  • Data Validation: Experience with Structure Query Language (SQL) for the purposes of data validation in conjunction with members of the team and the customer.
  • Scripting for Automation: Ability to utilize scripting languages (e.g., Python or Java) to implement shared libraries that automate repetitive tasks and improve operational efficiency.
  • Technical Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and translate customer mission requirements into technical specifications.
  • Must be able to obtain Security+ certification within 60 days of hire.
  • Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.


Preferred Requirements

  • Can also consider candidates with a current TS/SCI.
  • Customer Success Background: Prior experience in a technical account management or customer-facing engineering role.
  • Scalable Architectures: Experience with distributed data processing and cloud-native storage solutions.
  • Security Operations: Prior experience supporting cyber or network security operations.
  • Governance & Access: Knowledge of implementing automated Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) or data masking within production pipelines.

We have many more additional great benefits/perks that you can find on our website at www.enlighten.com.

About Huntington Ingalls Industries

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) owns and operates two segments: Ingalls Shipbuilding and Newport News Shipbuilding. Through the Company’s Ingalls segment, it is a supplier and builder of amphibious assault and expeditionary ships to the United States Navy, the builder of National Security Cutters for the United States Coast Guard, and one of the two companies that builds the United States Navy’s fleet of DDG-51 Arleigh Burke-class destroyers. Through the Company’s Newport News segment, it is an industrial designer, builder, and refueler of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, and one of the two companies designing and building nuclear-powered submarines for the United States Navy. It conducts all of its business with the United States Government, principally the Department of Defense (DoD). In January 2014, HII acquired The S.M. Stoller Corporation. Effective June 2, 2014, HII acquired UniversalPegasus International Inc.

Huntington Ingalls Industries Careers

Join the dedicated workforce at Huntington Ingalls Industries, America's largest military shipbuilding company, and a provider of professional services to partners around the globe. Our team is composed of the finest professionals in the industry, leading the way with innovation, leadership, and a commitment to excellence. Work You’ll Do At Huntington Ingalls Industries, you will be part of a team that values diversity, leadership, and innovation. We offer a variety of job opportunities that will challenge your abilities, expand your skills, and reward your contributions in an atmosphere that encourages both personal and professional growth. Explore a range of positions from engineering to project management, and contribute to projects that are vital to national security and beyond. Our commitment to professional development and diversity training ensures every team member is equipped to make a significant impact. Huntington Ingalls Industries Leadership and Innovation Lead and innovate with Huntington Ingalls Industries, where our leadership in the defense sector is matched by our commitment to cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. Our culture of innovation drives our success and empowers our team members to explore new solutions in a supportive environment. Be part of a great team that thrives on collaboration, strategic thinking, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Our culture fosters an inclusive community where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated. Career Growth and Opportunities Future-proof your career with Huntington Ingalls Industries, where our investment in your growth is integral to our mission. We offer robust career paths and professional development opportunities that include leadership training, skills enhancement workshops, and networking events. Our internship programs provide a gateway for students to transition into high-impact roles, all while gaining invaluable industry experience. Whether you are starting your career or looking to advance, Huntington Ingalls Industries provides the resources to achieve your professional goals. Benefits and Culture Enjoy comprehensive benefits that support both your professional and personal life. From health and wellness programs to competitive retirement plans, we prioritize the well-being of our team members and their families. Our culture is one of commitment, respect, and recognition. At Huntington Ingalls Industries, every team member’s contribution is valued, and every success is celebrated. We are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels connected and motivated to excel. Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Prepare your resume, ace your interview, and join a company where you can make a difference. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest news, job alerts, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities waiting for you at Huntington Ingalls Industries. Explore Huntington Ingalls Industries Jobs Ready to start your journey with Huntington Ingalls Industries? Explore job opportunities and internships that align with your career aspirations and help shape the future of defense and innovation. SEARCH HUNTINGTON INGALLS INDUSTRIES JOBS Join a company that is as committed to its employees as it is to its mission. At Huntington Ingalls Industries, build a career that you can be proud of.
Learn more about Huntington Ingalls Industries
Size
44,000 employees
Market Cap
$9.2 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$696 million
Founded
2011
5 Year Trend
+6.1%
Revenue
$9.3 billion
NASDAQ
HII
* Ladders Estimates

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