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Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Talos Mission SolutionsPatuxent River, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 19 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
$150k - $185k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

We are seeking a highly specialized, dedicated Data Analytics and Software Engineer to serve as the Production team's sole technical anchor and 'unicorn' problem-solver, with an active DOD Secret clearance. This position will operate with a high degree of autonomy to modernize, automate, and streamline production execution. Immediate focus will be to untangle complex, disparate data streams and build scalable, user-friendly tools that directly improve the ability to deliver data to airborne ISR assets. You must have a bias toward solving problems quickly and iterating, rather than architecting the perfect solution before acting. What You'll Do * Ingest, clean, and architect a usable database from currently disorganized production data streams * Design and deploy a reliable database and tracking system for Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Government Furnished Information (GFI) * Serve as the primary technical authority to evaluate the current data environment and select the most effective technology stack (databases, scripting, visualization) for the unique needs * Design, build, and maintain custom software tools and dashboards that automate manual processes and provide real-time analytics to the production management team * Use existing, ATO-approved DoD enterprise environments (e.g., Microsoft Power Platform / Power Apps, PowerBI, existing datalakes) to rapidly deploy solutions without triggering new cyber/ATO compliance cycles * Identify opportunities to apply or leverage machine learning or advanced analytics * Act as a standalone individual contributor who can seamlessly translate non-technical requirements from the Production Lead into technical solutions * Collaborate with external vendors or stakeholders when necessary to acquire data Required Qualifications * Thrive in ambiguous environments; does not need a perfectly manicured dataset; can successfully build the pipes to create one * Strong proficiency in modern Artificial Intelligence, data engineering, and software development (e.g., JavaScript, data visualization tools, vibe coding) * Demonstrated ability to use AI to build rapid solutions and a strong portfolio of solving complex data architecture problems from scratch * Must have active DoD Secret clearance. * Experience with Naval Aviation Highly Desired Experience * Experience with Microsoft Power Platform, Power Apps, PowerBI, or DoD datalake environments * Experience with Navy aviation production or sustainment programs * Familiarity with Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Government Furnished Information (GFI) management Salary & Benefits * $150,000 to $185,000 could be 1099 or W2 * Suite of benefits available

Skills

Machine Learning
JavaScript

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