Data Engineer

The Data Engineer will support NASA’s Front Door (NFD) program, contributing to enterprise data architecture, governance, data quality, and integration for NASA’s external engagement platform. The role includes work on data models, metadata practices, lineage, quality rules, integration design, and analytics and AI readiness.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine logical and physical data models, schemas, and related database structures
• Maintain metadata repositories, taxonomies, glossaries, and authoritative definitions
• Develop and monitor data quality rules, metrics, and remediation plans
• Document lineage, mappings, interfaces, retention, and lifecycle processes
• Support integration requirements, exchange analysis, and source-to-target design activities
• Assist with analytics support such as dashboards, metrics development, and AI readiness work
• Produce documentation covering architecture, governance, data quality, integration, and analytics needs
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience in the field or a related area
• Strong skills in data modeling, schema design, and metadata management
• Experience with CRM and workflow systems; Salesforce preferred
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical and data solutions
• Experience supporting governance, stewardship, and cross-functional coordination
• Strong documentation and communication skills, including verbal and written communication
• Experience preparing data for analytics and AI initiatives
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel

Technology Stack

• Salesforce
• PowerApps
• Power BI

Requisition Preferences

• 8+ years in data engineering, data architecture, or enterprise data management
• Experience with NASA, Federal environments, or enterprise governance frameworks
• Experience with Salesforce data architecture, metadata tools, or object modeling
• Knowledge of APIs, integration patterns, lifecycle management, and MDM
• Experience supporting dashboards, metrics, or analytics-ready data models
• Experience supporting AI/ML data preparation
• Familiarity with data cataloging and metadata tools
• Experience with PowerApps and Power BI
• Hybrid telework from Houston preferred; remote considered

U.S. Citizenship and Background Investigation

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be required for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Work Environment

Generally an office environment, with possible inside or outside work depending on assigned tasks.

Physical Requirements

• May involve sitting or standing for extended periods (approximately 90% of the time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (approximately 5% of the time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment, including a PC, telephone, printer, and related tools.

Attendance

• Regular attendance in accordance with the established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

• Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk or hazard to the employee or others.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance