Data Engineer I

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to transform the association’s data into business information that helps departments fulfill strategic objectives.

Assists in the development, construction, testing, and maintenance of data architectures. 

Supports efforts to align data architecture with business requirements. 

Identifies and escalates opportunities to improve data reliability, efficiency, and quality. 

Contributes to the design and support of the enterprise data warehouse. 

Assists in building and maintaining custom data integrations across multiple systems. 

Responds to periodic analytics requests from other departments, with guidance from senior staff as needed. 

Participates in fostering a culture of data collaboration across the organization. 

Prepares technical documentation for data architecture, API specifications, and automation processes under the guidance of senior engineers. 

Create and extend enterprise data catalog capabilities that document what data exists across organizational systems, how it is structured, and how it connects, enabling teams across the company to navigate the full data landscape.

**Although this job description aims to capture the majority of the position duties, other duties may be assigned based on business and departmental needs.

REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

Detail-oriented self-starter with initiative and follow-through.

Discipline to follow established processes and write clean and functional code.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to learn and develop proficiency with additional tools as business needs evolve.

Ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects with defined deadlines and varying degrees of complexity simultaneously.

Ability to understand business issues and interpret data in a way that provides actionable insights.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a desire and willingness to collaborate with technical teammates and business partners.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent technology degree with a focus on development and coding.

Working knowledge of Python and SQL; proficiency in at least one or more of the following languages: Python, R, HTML/CSS/JavaScript.

Develop and maintain Extract-Transform-Load (ETL) scripts, SQL scripts, and ETL schedules using modern data integration tools.

Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues across the full stack from infrastructure through application layers.

PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

Master’s degree in Computer Science or similar.

Previous experience developing an enterprise data warehouse.

Exposure to tools such as Google Cloud, Salesforce, or SQL Server 

Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

This position works in an office setting.

Typical working hours are 8:30 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday, with a one-hour lunch break.

Generally, a climate-controlled environment with occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions when attending aviation related events, including exposure to higher altitudes and confined spaces if in a general aviation aircraft.

This position requires some travel, up to 5% of the time, to various general aviation or industry-related events. Travel is by aircraft (general aviation and commercial) and by road or public transit.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands of this position are typical of a standard office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly be required to:

Sit for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.

Use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.

Communicate effectively via email, phone, and in-person, which requires clear speech, hearing, and vision.

Occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 15 pounds, such as boxes of materials or equipment.

Occasionally stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms during the course of normal office activities.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  
 
This position is located at AOPA’s Frederick, MD, office.    

The salary range for this position is: $70,000 - $80,000, depending on education and experience.  

BENEFIT INFORMATION:  

Flight Training (earn your Private Pilot License for free) & Annual Flight Proficiency Program (so you can keep flying and remain proficient)  

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance is available for employees and their dependents the 1st of the month following their start date  

Flexible Spending Plans  

Health Savings Plan with employer contribution (for eligible participants)  

401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match, and annual discretionary supplemental employer contribution  

Company paid Short and Long-term Disability Insurance  

Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D insurance with the option to buy up   

Paid Time Off (PTO): 17 days accrued during first year (accruals increase based on tenure)  

Paid Holidays: 12 holidays  

Personal days: 3 (prorated based on hire date)  

Volunteer day: 1 (prorated based on hire date)   

Work From Home Fridays  

Paid Parental Leave   

AOPA Membership  

Employee Assistance Program  

Wellness Program (earn medical insurance premium discounts)  

Gym Reimbursement Program  

Supplemental insurance options (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity)  

Tuition Reimbursement Program   

Discount on AOPA swag  

Business casual dress code  

Free coffee, tea, hot cocoa