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The Data Engineer utilizes a diverse range of data-focused skills, experience, deep technical and analytical problem solving, and team-centered solutioning for complex problems to satisfy priority information enabling operations. This position requires strong attributes for problem solving, data analysis, troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and experimentation, often under time sensitive decisions.\nData Engineer, Jr Key Requirements\nThe Junior Data Engineer provides Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to our government customer.\nSupport the collection, integration, validation, maintenance, and analysis of mission-relevant data used to inform space and counterspace intelligence operations.\nDevelop and maintains data workflows, automation solutions, and reporting products that enable efficient management of large and diverse datasets.\nThe data Engineer works with government personnel, mission partners, and technical teams to ensure data quality, accessibility, and operational effectiveness.\nContribute to mission planning, collection management, and data-driven analysis in support of national security objectives.\nRoles and Responsibilities\nSupport the collection, processing, validation, and maintenance of large datasets used in space and counterspace mission activities.\nDevelop and maintain automated workflows, scripts, and processes to collect, transform, integrate, and manage data from multiple sources.\nAnalyze RF, signals, collection, and other technical data to identify patterns, trends, and mission-relevant insights.\nAssist in integrating disparate datasets and establishing data quality standards, governance practices, and data management procedures.\nTesting and validation of dashboards, reports, visualizations, and other data products that support operational analysis and decision-making.\nSupport collection management activities by tracking requirements, monitoring tasking, and aligning data efforts with mission priorities.\nMaintain databases, data repositories, and associated documentation to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with program requirements.\nProvide technical support for mission planning, operational reporting, and readiness assessment activities.\nCollaborate with government stakeholders and mission partners to support data-driven initiatives and operational objectives.\nRequired Qualifications:\nDegree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.\n0 to 5 years of experience in data engineering, data analysis, intelligence operations, collection management, RF analysis, or a related technical field.\nExperience managing, validating, maintaining, or analyzing large datasets in operational, intelligence, or mission-focused environments.\nExperience with data analysis, scripting, and database technologies, including Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent tools.\nActive Top-Secret/SCI clearance with Poly\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience supporting Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or other government operational missions.\nKnowledge of RF collection systems, signals analysis methodologies, collection management processes, or mission planning activities.\nBasic Compensation:\n95,200 - $119,000\nThis range is for the Virginia area only.\nThe offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.\nAdditional Compensation:\nKBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance\nReady to Make a Difference?\nIf you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.\nBelong, Connect and Grow at KBR\nAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.\nKBR is an equal opportunity employer. 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