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Database Engineer

Fort Meade, MD, USPosted Aug 11, 2026

Job description

Active Top-Secret SCI with FSP Poly Provides technical expertise for database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis. Develops relational and/or Object-Oriented databases, database parser software, and database loading software. Projects long-range requirements for database administration and design.

Responsible for developing a database structure that fits into the overall architecture of the system under development and must make trades among data volumes, number of users, logical and physical distribution, response times, retention rules, security and domain controls. The DBE works primarily at the front end of the lifecycle-requirements through system acceptance testing and Initial Operational Capability (IOC).

Develops requirements from a project’s inception to its conclusion for a particular business and Information Technology (IT) subject matter area (i.e., simple to complex systems). Assist with recommendations for, and analysis and evaluation of systems improvements, optimization, development, and/or maintenance efforts.

Translates a set of requirements and data into a usable document by creating or recreating ad hoc queries, scripts, and macros; updates existing queries, creates new ones to manipulate data into a master file; and builds complex systems using queries, tables, Open Database Connectivity and database storage and retrieval using Cloud methodologies.

Extensive experience with installation and patching associated with Oracle Database, Oracle Enterprise Manager, and Oracle Data Guard Linux OS, Linux Commands, Bash Scripting Nice to have: Mongo experience

  1. Ten (10) years experience as a DBE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelors degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of DBE experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree.
  2. Experience in Information Assurance: DoD 8570.01-M compliance with Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II is required
  3. Support the database design, development, implementation, information storage and retrieval, data flow and analysis activities
  4. Support the analysis and evaluation of system improvements, optimization, development and/or maintenance efforts
  5. Support the development of long- and short-term requirements for database administration and design
  6. Assist in developing databases, database parser software, and database loading software
  7. Translate a set of requirements and data into a usable database schema by creating or recreating ad hoc queries, scripts and macros, updates existing queries, creates new ones to manipulate data into a master file
  8. Assist in developing database structures that fit into the overall architecture of the system under development
  9. Lead development of database structures that fit into the overall architecture of the system under development
  10. Lead development of databases, database parser software, and database loading software
  11. Develop requirement recommendations from a project’s inception to its conclusion for a particular Business and IT subject matter area (i.e. simple to complex systems)
  12. Develop a database structure that fits into the overall architecture of the system under development and must make trades among data volumes, number of users, logical and physical distribution, response times, retention rules, security and domain controls
  13. Direct fulfillment of requirements from a project’s inception to its conclusion
  14. Direct organization of requirements and data into a usable database schema by directing development of ad hoc queries, scripts, macros, updates to existing queries
  15. Direct the overall database structure that fits into the overall architecture of the system under development and must make trades among data volumes, number of users, logical and physical distribution, response times, retention rules, security and domain controls
  16. Direct the development of complex systems using queries, tables, Open Database Connectivity and database storage and retrieval using Cloud methodologies Our People Digi. Flight attracts the most highly skilled workforce to protect some of our nation’s most sensitive systems. Before joining the company, many Digi. Flight professionals served our country in a civilian and/or military capacity. Our diverse team provides innovative solutions as they support critical clients in tackling tough challenges. Most importantly, our team is passionate about their work and making a difference. Our corporate culture promotes a healthy work/life balance. Our Benefits Digi. Flight’s competitive benefits package allows employees to manage their personal and professional portfolios through a variety of features and programs. Our benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Account Paid Time Off (PTO) 11 paid holidays Tuition Education Assistance Professional Development 401(k) retirement plan Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance Employee Referral Program Marketing Incentive Plans DFI offers a highly competitive, family-oriented benefits package.

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