Purpose and Impact: As a Junior Data Engineer, you will support an exciting National Security mission to position NGA to be the enterprise and community GEOINT data provider, improving the way analysts, customers, and end users access, discover, stage, link, produce, re-integrate, and deliver intelligence. You will help build, test, and support data solutions that improve how analysts, customers, and end users access and use mission data. This role offers the opportunity to grow your skills in data engineering, cloud platforms, and secure software development. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm, hybrid role with minimum 2-3 days weekly onsite. Essential Responsibilities: Assist with building, testing, documenting, and maintaining data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows under the guidance of experienced engineers Write and maintain SQL queries and scripts to ingest, transform, validate, and prepare structured and semi-structured data Support data integration from APIs, databases, files, and other approved sources, following established security and authentication practices Run data quality checks, investigate discrepancies, and share findings with the team Help monitor scheduled data workflows, troubleshoot routine failures, and escalate complex issues with clear notes Participate in Agile planning, code reviews, testing, and documentation while following team practices for version control and deployment Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Foundational programming skills in Python and SQL, demonstrated through work, coursework, internships, or substantial projects Basic understanding of relational databases, data structures, and common data formats such as CSV and JSON Ability to assist with data ingestion, transformation, and validation by following established patterns and guidance Familiarity with Git and collaborative software development; willingness to learn automated testing, CI/CD, and production support practices Ability to review datasets, identify anomalies or inconsistencies, and explain findings clearly Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to ask questions, incorporate feedback, and learn new tools Ability to work effectively with engineers, analysts, and other mission partners, with clear written and verbal communication Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, mathematics, or a related field; equivalent practical experience may be considered Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI to start; with ability to gain and maintain a Poly Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience Minimum Years of Experience: 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships, coursework, and substantial projects may count Preferred Qualifications: Internship, coursework, or project experience with data pipelines or analytical datasets Exposure to AWS or another cloud platform, including storage, compute, or managed data services Familiarity with data modeling, metadata, search, cataloging, or GIS concepts Exposure to tools such as Spark, Hadoop, Hive, Elasticsearch, or Tableau #javelin As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Compensation Details: $130,000 - $160,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 11/10/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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