JOB TITLE: Software Engineer
LOCATION: Orlando, FL
PAY RATE: $140/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Design, build, and maintain a data platform using Starburst/Trino as the core query engine.
Enable secure, high-performance access to data across multiple sources (object storage, relational databases, streaming systems).
Implement and manage infrastructure as code (IaC) for data and platform services.
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for data platform deployments.
Apply DevSecOps best practices to data operations.
Optimize query performance, cost, and reliability across distributed environments.
Partner with governance, security, and product teams to ensure compliance and data trust.
Support and evolve UDE to enable self-service data analytics.
Requirements:
3+ years of experience in Data Engineering and/or DevSecOps.
Strong experience with Starburst Enterprise, Trino, or Presto.
Advanced Linux scripting and proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred).
Experience with Iceberg, Hive, or similar table formats.
Solid understanding of distributed query engines and data architectures.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.).
Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, or similar IaC tools.
Experience implementing data security, access controls, and governance at scale.
Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and problem-solving skills.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Skills:
RedHat 8 Administration and Ansible experience.
Familiarity with building self-service analytics platforms.
Knowledge of CI/CD best practices for data platforms.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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