Principal Data Architect

Title:
Principal Data Architect

As a Data Engineer/Scientist at KBR you will only be limited by your imagination. Apply today for a chance to join our team in one of the fastest growing careers of 21st century.

Kellogg Brown & Root's (KBR) history is built on the pioneers that set the standard across a variety of industries. Today, we continue that legacy by developing groundbreaking solutions for government and industry clients. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

KBR's Government Solutions U.S. (GS US) advances the priorities of the United States government and related commercial entities. We provide expertise in scientific research, systems engineering, data analytics and mission operations, and offer a range of high-end services in a portfolio that spans defense modernization; military, civil and commercial space; intelligence; cyber; global asset management; contingency and base operations.

Within GS US, Defense and Intel's (D&I) focus is to advance our customers' defense and national security interests, from land, air and sea to space and cyberspace. Our breadth of expertise includes the areas of acquisition; systems engineering and integration; artificial intelligence and machine learning; assured microelectronics, C6ISR; research and development; test and evaluation; sustainment engineering; missile defense; and directed energy.

The KBR team in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a highly motivated Data Architect to join us in supporting our great nation, specifically on the Air Force Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities (TENCAP) HOPE contract.

Air Force TENCAP exploits National space, cyber and intelligence capabilities to deliver rapid, cost-dominant and innovative warfighting solutions across the full spectrum of Air Force and Joint military missions. AF TENCAP is a Congressionally-mandated rapid acquisition organization supporting tactical and operational warfighters, and serves as the Air Force executive agent for the Military Exploitation of Reconnaissance and Intelligence Technologies (MERIT) program. As the Air Force's leader for National-to-Tactical capability development, AF TENCAP collaborates with leading experts across the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, National Laboratories, industry, inter-agency, academia, and partner nations.

We are looking for innovative, creative, and highly motivated individuals to support the strategic planning and tactical execution of Big Data Analytics. Specifically, the full lifecycle of data onboarding, ETL and analysis in support of wide ranging projects within AF TENCAP. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for learning, the drive to innovate and a humble attitude. You will work cutting edge projects, solving problems that most aren't even aware exist.

Work Location:
Colorado Springs, CO - 100% On Site

Security Clearance:
Active TS/SCI or Active TS with T5/SSBI within last two years.

Required Experience and Education:
BS degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or Data Science. Other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience.

Required Skills

Experience with programming (scripting) languages (i.e. Bash, Python, .Net or Java)
Apache open-source products (i.e. NiFi, Kafka, Zookeeper, Spark)
Experience as a Data Scientist/Engineer supporting single or multiple domain areas
Knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and concepts
A drive to learn and master new technologies
SQL or NoSQL

Desired Skills:

Experience as a formal instructor, teacher or tutor
Experience in Space, ISR, Cyber or SOF
Experience leading projects w/ up to 5 team members
Knowledge of SAFe agile processes
Linux System Administrator
Algorithm development experience
Software development experience (i.e. C++, Java, C)
Experience with IC, USSF, USAF or other DOD entities
Experience working with any intelligence disciplines (i.e. SIGINT, OSINT, MASINT, GEOINT, HUMINT)
Kubernetes / Docker
Experience w/ Apache Accumulo
Git/GitLab experience
Experience with XML Schemas

Basic Compensation: $120-179k

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR 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 sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient and safer.

Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who will be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by first day on the job or who have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In compliance with the U.S. federal government's vaccine mandate, only candidates who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have a reasonable accommodation or approved medical exception will be considered for this position.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.