Job Description

BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Implementation: Create and manage database structures that align with user requirements and business needs.
Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal functionality.
Data Management: Develop and maintain database schemas, tables, and dictionaries; perform data migration and transformation processes.
Backup and Recovery: Implement and manage database backup and recovery procedures to prevent data loss.
Collaboration: Work closely with software developers, data analysts, and system administrators to ensure data integrity and support application development.
Security: Protect databases against unauthorized access and threats, ensuring compliance with security standards.
Documentation: Maintain documentation related to database design, configuration, and performance metrics.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL and experience with various database management systems (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server).
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to interpret complex data and convert it into actionable insights.
Problem-Solving: Exceptional problem-solving skills to identify and resolve database-related issues promptly.
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is typically required.
Experience: 11+ years of experience in database engineering or administration roles, with familiarity in cloud databases, cross domain solutions, and big data environments.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a related computer science area with 10+ years of data engineering experience with related experience within the last 2 years, or 15+ years of experience

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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