Job ID: 703650BR Date posted: Sep. 15, 2025 Program: F35
Description:The Integrated Data Solutions (IDS) is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join our team, who possesses a combination of technical expertise in data engineering, with planning and design skills in data architecture. The selected candidate will report to the IDS Senior Manager and be responsible for designing, implementing, and delivering comprehensive data solutions involving for data modeling, governance, and optimization to support business objectives, with a focus on delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data systems.

Key responsibilities includes:
* Act as a technical authority and subject matter expert within a large team of 130+ data analysts, engineers, and scientists, ensuring alignment with technical standards and best practices.
* Partner with the Digital Sustainment & Analytics (DSA) Chief Engineer and Chief Data Architect on the design and implementation of data solutions.
* Collaborate with the customer, program suppliers, and internal company cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize data needs and solutions.
* Develop and maintain data models and governance frameworks, including databases or data warehouses to integrate & deliver graphical and structured data.
* Build and optimize data pipelines, databases, and data sources.
* Ensure data security, quality, and integrity through robust security measures and data validation
* Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in data management and engineering.
* Develop and maintain documentation of data systems, architectures, and processes.
* Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues and performance problems.
* Communicating complex technical data insights to non-technical stakeholders through narrative and visual reports, including dashboards and presentations.
Basic Qualifications:
* A minimum of 5 years of experience in data engineering, with a focus on designing, developing, deploying, and supporting large-scale data systems.
* Knowledge & experience with systems engineering principles to design and implement data solutions.
* Experience in processing and analyzing large datasets using programming languages and data processing frameworks.
* Understanding of data architecture principles and ability to design scalable and efficient data systems.
* Ability to troubleshoot and optimize data pipelines and systems for performance and reliability.
* Effective collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, data analysts, and IT teams.
* Knowledge of local, distributed, and cloud-based technologies; data virtualization and smart caching.
* Ability to obtain a SECRET/SAR clearance.
Desired Skills:
* Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as R, Python, Java, Scala, or C++.
* Familiarity with data storage systems, including relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL), NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra), and cloud-based storage solutions (e.g., AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage).
* Understanding of data engineering tools, such as Apache Kafka, Apache NiFi, or Apache Airflow.
* Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their data services (e.g., AWS EMR, Azure HDInsight).
* Knowledge of data processing frameworks, such as Azure Databricks, Apache Spark, Apache Beam, or Apache Flink.
* Familiarity with AI/ML related technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, neural networks, or natural language processing)
* Experience in supporting business case development and performing costs-benefit analysis.
* Professional Certification in a Data Science related field.
* Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex data engineering issues and optimize data systems.
*Ability to lead and mentor junior data engineers, and to contribute to the development of the data engineering team.
* A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Data Science
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First