Data Engineer - Cherry Point, NC

SteerBridge Strategies is seeking a Data Engineer to support aviation analytics and aircraft readiness initiatives at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. This position will focus on building and maintaining data pipelines, supporting cloud-based data environments, and ensuring high-quality data is available for analytics and operational decision-making., The ideal candidate has strong SQL and Python skills, experience working with ETL processes, and a background supporting cloud-based data solutions., * Design, develop, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines and data workflows

• Build and optimize processes for collecting, transforming, and loading data
• Support data integration across multiple systems and data sources
• Ensure reliable and scalable data solutions for analytics initiatives

Database Management

• Write, optimize, and maintain SQL queries
• Manage and support relational databases and data warehouses
• Troubleshoot data issues and improve overall data performance

Cloud & Data Platform Support

• Support cloud-based data environments using AWS or Azure
• Work with modern data platforms and tools to improve data accessibility and efficiency
• Assist with data storage, transformation, and pipeline optimization

Data Quality & Automation

• Monitor and validate data quality and integrity
• Automate recurring data processes and workflows
• Identify and resolve data inconsistencies and processing issues

Do you have experience in Systems integration?, * U.S. Citizenship required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of professional Data Engineering experience
• Strong SQL skills
• Strong Python skills
• Experience building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines
• Experience with AWS or Azure cloud environments
• Experience working with large datasets and data integration processes
• Ability to work onsite in Cherry Point, NC, * Experience with Databricks
• Experience with PySpark
• Experience supporting DoD, federal, aviation, or logistics environments
• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays, A salary commensurate with background and experience will be offered.

SteerBridge Strategies is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission-focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial-grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success. At the core of SteerBridge is our people-especially the veterans whose leadership, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.