Data Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory • North Logan, UT • 2h ago

Job ID: 7091

Date Posted: March 24, 2026

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Data Engineer to join our Engineering and Operations Division. This role will focus on developing and maintaining data pipelines, advancing our data warehouse architecture, and enabling high-quality, secure, and accessible data for reporting and analytics.

This position is embedded in the Enterprise Applications team and supports the infrastructure for operational data across the organization. You will work closely with Data Analysts and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable data solutions. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in data engineering who is ready to take ownership of systems and contribute to architectural decisions.

This position will be full-time onsite, non-remote in Logan, UT.

Key Responsibilities:

Designs, builds, and maintains scalable data pipelines using Airflow and dbt

Develops and optimizes data models within our PostgreSQL data warehouse (source ? staging ? intermediate ? marts)

Supports and evolves our analytics layer, including Power BI datasets and reports

Collaborates with stakeholders to translate business requirements into data models and pipelines

Implements and promotes best practices for data governance, data quality, and observability

Designs and supports row-level security (RLS) and data access controls for reporting and analytics

Assists in evaluating and implementing tools and processes to support data engineering initiatives

Monitors, troubleshoots, and optimizes existing data workflows and systems

Documents data models, pipelines, and processes to support maintainability and knowledge sharing

Partners with data analysts to deliver reporting solutions, occasionally contributing to dashboard development and data visualization

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or other related field

No more than 10 years of relevant experience

Advanced SQL skills with experience building complex transformations and data models in a relational database (PostgreSQL preferred)

Proficiency in Python for data pipeline development, automation, or API integrations

Hands-on experience with dbt Core and Airflow (or similar tools)

Experience designing and implementing data pipelines and data models

Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts (fact/dimension modeling, transformations, etc.)

Experience integrating data from APIs and other external sources

Familiarity with version control and modern development workflows

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Must be U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Power BI (Report Server and/or Service), including dataset modeling and RLS

Experience with Azure data services (e.g., Data Factory, Synapse, Fabric, or related tools)

Familiarity with data governance frameworks, data classification, and access control models

Experience with data observability, testing, and quality frameworks

Exposure to big data or distributed processing tools (e.g., Spark)

Experience working in an Agile or DevOps environment

Salary Range

$70,000 - $118,000

This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate's preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.

Why Join SDL?

SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page (https://www.sdl.usu.edu/careers/benefits/) to learn more about what we offer.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our Nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 14 days. However, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

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