Aviation Data Architect, Lead

Aviation Data Architect, Lead

The Opportunity:  

For an organization to transform in today’s digital world, it needs to properly collect, store, and organize its data. Effective data management can enable more efficient operations, yielding more growth. As a data architect, you know how to apply your creative thinking and analytical mindset to help organizations manage their data assets. We’re looking for a data architecture lead like you to solve complex challenges and deliver leading-edge solutions for aviation safety.   

As an Aviation Data Architect on our aviation team, you’ll use your extensive technical expertise to lead the design of data architecture solutions for an aviation intelligence platform. You’ll resolve routine data architecture-related issues in collaboration with business analysts and technology teams by working with project staff to make decisions and recommendations on data architecture developments.  

In this role, you’ll share your technical expertise, introduce best practices, and use tools like Databricks, PySpark, AWS, and aviation datasets. You’ll lead your team as it designs, defines, develops, and tests cloud solution components, and you’ll serve as a liaison between clients and developers to ensure that requirements are met and solutions are delivered.   

With your motivation to establish processes and facilitate technological innovation, you’ll make a lasting impact on aviation safety.  

Join us. The world can’t wait.  

You Have:   

• 8+ years of experience with Databricks, PySpark, and AWS 

• Experience with aviation, geospatial, and weather datasets 

• Experience leading a team of five or more data engineers 

• Knowledge of the federal aviation safety infrastructure 

• Ability to lead complex data engineering efforts 

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree 

Nice If You Have:   

• Experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning 

• Experience with executive-level summaries and briefings 

• Knowledge of FAA operations   

• Ability to work cross-functionally with various product workstreams 

• Master's degree 

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.   

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.