Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

Expert & Leadership (>10 years)

English

Hard Skills

Database Consolidation SQL (Programming Language) Database Design Database Tuning Database Schema Data Normalization Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) Database Consistency Database Testing Data Modeling +17 more

Other Skills

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Teamwork
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Communication

Roles & Responsibilities

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline
10+ years of relevant database development experience
Demonstrated experience with database modeling and schema design
Database optimization and performance tuning

Requirements:

Conducting database assessments to identify schema inconsistencies, redundant structures, and performance issues
Designing, refactoring, and optimizing relational database schemas to support modernization
Executing hands-on database optimization, tuning, and legacy system stabilization
Supporting configuration management, patching, release management, and CI/CD integration

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Human Resources, Staffing & Recruiting

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Company type: SME

Industry: Human Resources, Staffing & Recruiting

Founded: 2018

Company size: 11 - 50

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Job description

This is a remote position.

Position Overview: Join our client in shaping the future of aviation! Our client is seeking an experienced Database Engineer to enhance our team. Their ideal candidate will be proficient in database design, optimization, and modernization, with deep expertise in SQL‑based legacy system transformation and sustainment.

This role supports the Federal Aviation Administration, which is responsible for ensuring the safety of 45,000 flights and 3 million passengers traversing over 28 million miles of U.S.‑controlled airspace every day. In addition to providing air traffic control and safety oversight for civilian aviation, the FAA also works in lockstep with the Department of Defense and other government agencies to ensure the security of our nation. A key component of that coordination involves the collaborative use of aviation tools and data.

About Our Client:

Our client is a rapidly expanding management consulting company with a focus on the aviation industry. As a dynamic professional services firm, they specialize in powering the aviation industry forward. Their expertise? Crafting tailored strategies that blend cutting-edge technical solutions with deep organizational insights, all aimed at elevating their civilian and military aviation partners. They are headquartered in Vienna, VA. They are a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business.

Key Responsibilities:

A successful candidate must have a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and be proficient in:

Conducting database assessments to identify schema inconsistencies, redundant structures, and performance issues
Designing, refactoring, and optimizing relational database schemas to support modernization
Executing hands‑on database optimization, tuning, and legacy system stabilization
Supporting configuration management, patching, release management, and CI/CD integration
Collaborating with developers, architects, and security analysts to align database structures with modern frameworks
Troubleshooting and resolving database‑related defects across development, testing, and operations
Supporting security authorization documentation, risk assessments, and vulnerability remediation
Validating database changes through unit, integration, system, and user acceptance testing
Creating and maintaining technical documentation including schemas, data models, change logs, and sustainment procedures
Participating in Agile ceremonies and supporting traceable, well‑documented release processes

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline
10+ years of relevant database development experience
Demonstrated experience with:

Database modeling and schema design
Database optimization and performance tuning
Legacy database assessment and modernization
Enterprise or mission‑critical system support

Strong understanding of:

Relational database design principles
Data normalization and integrity
Configuration and change management

Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Desired Qualifications

Experience supporting the FAA, federal government systems, or aviation safety systems
Experience working within federal architecture constraints and modernization initiatives
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Experience supporting systems undergoing technology refresh or framework upgrades