Senior Data Developer (Business Operations)

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Join us in our support to the US Space Force (HQ USSF) Commercial Satellite Communication (COMSATCOM) Office (CSCO), where you will help shape the future of assured, resilient SATCOM for our warfighters and mission partners. As a key member of a highly collaborative, mission-focused team, you will apply your expertise to help deliver innovative commercial SATCOM capabilities, integrate a transformative COMSATCOM business model into the broader SATCOM enterprise, and translate complex operational needs into effective, affordable solutions. In this role, you will work directly with COMSATCOM customers and stakeholders, providing trusted guidance, insightful analysis, and clear recommendations that drive real-world impact in a rapidly evolving space domain. Job duties include:

• Design, build, and maintain automated data pipelines on the Advana and Financial Accountability System and Transformation (FASTR) platform using Python, PySpark, and SQL to ingest, normalize, and integrate COMSATCOM contract, billing, and operational data from disparate DoD and commercial sources.
• Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and interactive reports supporting CSCO program management, executive decision-making, and Working Capital Fund financial reporting.
• Support CSCO's operationalization of Advana and FASTR as the organization's primary financial reporting and analytics environment; lead data integration testing and platform configuration activities.
• Develop automated database processes, including prepopulated worksheets, change logs, and audit trails, in support of monthly deliverables, data calls, and program performance reporting.
• Integrate data flows from DoD enterprise systems — including FAMIS as a Service (FaaS), CORAS, and Electronic Document Access (EDA) — into the Advana/FASTR analytics ecosystem.
• Partner with Data Scientists to operationalize predictive model and machine learning outputs within production infrastructure, ensuring pipelines are version-controlled, reproducible, and auditable.
• Maintain data quality, governance, and documentation standards; develop training materials and provide platform guidance to program team members.
• Respond to ad hoc development requirements from program leadership, including custom reports, database queries, and integration tasks, within program-defined timelines.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data engineering, software development, database administration, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Secret Clearance required. #qinetiqclearedjob
• Demonstrated proficiency in Python and SQL for data engineering, ETL development, and pipeline automation.
• Experience with enterprise data platforms, distributed computing frameworks (Apache Spark/PySpark), or cloud-based analytics environments (Azure Government, AWS GovCloud, or Databricks).
• Experience developing production-grade Power BI dashboards and data models for operational or executive-level stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of data quality, governance, and documentation practices, including version control and audit trail standards.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to document technical work clearly and support non-technical stakeholders.
• Deadline-driven, organized, and detail-oriented with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced DoD program environment.
• Ability to support on-site client meetings within the National Capital Region.

• Experience developing on the Advana platform (Databricks/Delta Lake architecture) or the FASTR environment within a DoD financial management context.
• Familiarity with DoD financial management and enterprise systems including FAMIS, CORAS, Electronic Document Access (EDA), or Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI).
• Experience supporting DoD or USSF space or satellite communications programs in a data engineering capacity.
• Familiarity with Working Capital Fund (WCF) financial data structures, ESAG reporting requirements, and enterprise SATCOM program data.
• TS/SCI.
• Experience with MLOps practices, including model deployment and pipeline integration within enterprise data environments.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform or SharePoint data architecture in a DoD collaboration environment.

The salary range for this role is $120,000- $160,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US 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.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.