Data Engineer-IT

About the position

Data Engineers design, build, and maintain robust data systems and pipelines that enable high-quality, efficient data delivery for analytics and data science. They are experts in both on-premises and cloud-based data systems, ensuring data is accessible, reliable, and optimized for consumption by analysts and scientists. The IT Data Engineer will work as part of a skilled and collaborative data engineering team building data pipelines to support strategic initiatives and operational decision-making. The position’s primary role is to leverage enterprise data focusing on scalable solutions, data governance, and continuous improvement of data architecture. At Textron Aviation, we are building a community of Data & Analytics professionals with an emphasis on collaboration and cross functional support. You will have the opportunity to work closely with your peers throughout the organization toward a vision of data driven strategy.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain data pipelines using SQL, Python, and ETL tools.
• Support data ingestion, transformation, and integration from diverse sources.
• Document data flows and contribute to data quality and governance practices.
• Develop foundational understanding of business domains and data requirements.
• Troubleshoot basic data issues and support operational data needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical field/coursework.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Practical experience with SQL, Python, and ETL tools.
• Familiarity with data modeling and database design.
• Basic understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and on-premises infrastructure.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic data issues.
• Desire and ability to learn new technologies and tools.

Nice-to-haves

• Aviation experience preferred