Database Engineer

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.

THE WORK

Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Database Administrator to join our team at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center - Nellis (JITTC-N), Nellis Air Force Base (AFB), NV.

The successful candidate will have a strong IT background, with expertise in Linux and Linux Red Hat, and will be responsible for managing and ensuring configuration management updates and adjustments to the database. This role requires a high level of IT competence, above that of a System Administrator, and the ability to ensure that new sim systems can connect to the database for mission execution and information collection.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage and ensure configuration management updates and adjustments to database are in place and compliant.
• Ensure that all database updates and adjustments are properly documented and implemented, with minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize database requirements, ensuring that the database meets the needs of end-users.
• Ensure that new sim systems meet or can connect to the database for mission execution and information collection, including: Configuring and testing database connections, Ensuring data integrity and consistency across systems, Troubleshooting and resolving database connectivity issues.
• Manage and maintain the database, ensuring that it is up-to-date and compliant with configuration management requirements.
• Develop and maintain database documentation, including data models, entity-relationship diagrams, and database design documents
• Participate in database testing and validation, ensuring that the database meets the required standards and specifications
• Manipulate, build, analyze, evaluate and install database management systems to include database modeling, relational database architecture, metadata and repository creation and configuration management.
• Uses data mapping, data mining and data transformational analysis tools to design and develop databases. Determines data storage and optimum storage requirements.
• Prepares system requirements, source analysis and process analyses and design throughout the database implementation.

WHY JOIN US

Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.
Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as competitive salary offerings.
Cutting-Edge Technology: Be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment where you will have the opportunity to work with the latest technology and contribute to groundbreaking projects that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense.

Basic Qualifications

• A current active Top Secret Level Clearance with an investigation completed within the last 5 years is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret/SCI and relevant SAP/SAR Clearance.
• Security + Certification.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field OR High School Diploma OR equivalent experience/combined education.
• Strong IT background with experience in database management and maintenance, including: Linux and Linux Red Hat operating systems; Database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle); Database design and development principles
• Above-average IT competence, with experience in: Scripting languages (e.g., Perl, Bash); Database programming languages (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL); IT security and compliance principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex database issues and identify creative solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fundamental understanding of military surface to air missile systems.
• Understanding of Air Force terminology to implement/emulate realistic red forces for test and training.
• Ability to perform tasks that require prolonged computer use, occasional lifting and movement of equipment, and fine motor skills with hand-eye coordination.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Ability to think critically and make sound judgments in high-pressure situations.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and technologies.

Desired skills

• Previous or active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)
• Familiarity with cloud-based technologies and platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Strong understanding of database security and integrity principles, with experience in implementing database protection measures.
• Experience with database performance tuning and optimization techniques.
• Certification in database management or a related field (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, MySQL Certified Developer).
• Experience with simulation systems and mission execution.
• Familiarity with IT principles and concepts.

EEO

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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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

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.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Other Important Information

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.

Work Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $85,500 - $150,765. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $98,300 - $170,315. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

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