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# Senior Data Architect

- **Company:** The Aerospace Corporation
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,300.0 - $202,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Information Systems, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Security, Data Systems, DevOps, Digital Libraries, Graph Database, Identity and Access Management, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Knowledge Management, PostgreSQL, Machine Learning, MongoDB, Neo4j, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control, Resource Description Framework (RDF), SAP (Applications), SAP HANA, Search Technologies, Semantic Web, Software Engineering, SPARQL, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Parquet, Cloud Platform System, Large Language Models, IT Architecture, Data Layers, Information Technology, Data Management, Api Design, Graph RAG, Stream Processing, Data Pipelines, Workday, Servicenow
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://aero.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/El-Segundo-CA/Senior-Data-Architect_R017013

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field
 * 8 - 10+ years of experience in data architecture or data engineering, including 5+ years designing enterprise-scale data solutions
 * Proven experience with cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP), data modeling, data governance, and API design
 * Hands-on experience with SQL/NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Neo4j) and pipeline orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, Prefect)
 * Working knowledge of data formats and standards such as JSON, XML, Parquet, and RDF/OWL
 * Experience addressing AI/ML data requirements, including vector databases and semantic search
 * Familiarity with data security, encryption, and compliance frameworks
 * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
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In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Senior Data Architect V include:

 * A minimum of 10 or more years data engineering, software engineering, or a related technical field
 * Familiarity with streaming data architectures and real-time data processing

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

 * Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field
 * Experience with LLM/AI architecture, knowledge graphs, ontologies, and semantic web technologies (RDF, SPARQL, OWL)
 * Experience with SAP 4/HANA, Workday, ServiceNow
 * Background in aerospace, defense, or government environments
 * Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Google Data Engineer)
 * Proficiency in Python, Java, or Scala, along with DevOps/Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) experience

## Description

* Design enterprise data architecture frameworks that integrate identity management, ERP, digital libraries, and AI/ML applications
 * Develop data models, schemas, and ontologies to enable semantic interoperability and knowledge graphs
 * Architect data pipelines and semantic layers supporting Graph RAG and AI-driven knowledge management systems
 * Lead integration architecture for enterprise systems, including the design of ETL/ELT pipelines, real-time synchronization, master data management (MDM), and data quality monitoring solutions
 * Define and enforce governance policies for CUI, proprietary, and classified information, including classification frameworks (CUI, ITAR, export control) and role-based access control architectures
 * Architect scalable solutions capable of supporting 90,000+ documents with ongoing growth, while optimizing cost-effectiveness across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments
 * Partner with IT, cybersecurity, library services, and mission teams while providing technical leadership and mentorship, and communicating architecture decisions to diverse stakeholders (Engages with Impact, Fosters Innovation)
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