Lead Data Systems Developer - Army Logistics

Project Overview:

The Army Supply Chain Optimization Support (SCOS) program provides advanced analytical operations, inventory management, and transport optimization and supports Army aviation and missile systems handled by tenant commands at Redstone Arsenal.

The Lead Data Systems Developer will lead the architectural design and custom software development that integrates the Army's legacy and modern logistics systems.

The system will extract, transform and manage structured and unstructured data from platforms including: 

• LMP (Logistics Modernization Program)
• GCSS-Army (Global Combat Support System – Army)
• DPAS (Defense Property Accountability System)

The developer will analyze data to extract meaningful insights, identify patterns, and support decision-making utilizing tools and technologies including data mining, Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, and data visualization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead requirements analysis, architecture, secure development, integration, testing, release, and lifecycle documentation.
• Design controlled data pipelines, analytical tools, interfaces, and automations using authorized Army data and environments.
• Lead ATO/RMF planning and produce technical evidence, configuration, test, security, and operating documentation.
• Establish version control, code review, automated testing, defect management, change control, and rollback practices.
• Coordinate with logistics and data leads so software directly supports mission workflows and traceable decisions.
• Supervise and mentor a Junior Systems Developer.
• Prevent unauthorized production write-back, data movement, or deployment and comply with Government cybersecurity direction.

Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance
• Preference to candidates with prior experience using Palantir Foundry
• Army logistics-system, LMP, GCSS-Army, DPAS, STAMIS, AMCOM, aviation, or missile experience.
• Experience leading software development, data integration, testing, and technical documentation.
• Experience with federal or DoD RMF/ATO processes, secure development, access control, configuration management, and NIST-aligned controls.
• Proficiency in modern programming, SQL, APIs/data integration, version control, and automated testing.

If selected, you will be included as key personnel in a proposal and required to sign a Letter of Commitment. 

You are required to have or be eligible to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance for the duration of the contract. 

Why Join The Lockwood Group

The Lockwood Group offers a competitive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, health and wellness, various optional add-on benefits, and a retirement 401(k) plan with Company match.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.