Principal Data Analytics Engineer

MTSI is seeking a highly motivated, independent engineer to serve as a program scheduler and data visualization expert, developing advanced analytical tools and robust management dashboards for multiple, simultaneous complex programs. This position requires a proactive, self‑directed professional who excels at taking high‑level objectives and independently producing fully developed, technically sound tools and solutions.

Responsibilities

The Principal Data Analytics Engineer will serve as a senior technical authority responsible for analytical tool development to enable enterprise data visualization efforts. Duties include:

• Leveraging the MDA instantiation of Palantir's "Foundry" software to develop sophisticated analytical tools and interactive dashboards, converting complex datasets into clear, actionable executive‑level visual products
• Designing, building, and maintaining scalable scheduling and analytical tools enabling continuous tracking and optimization
• Providing periodic database management support
• Operating independently translating abstract, high‑level objectives into complete, functioning tools without step‑by‑step guidance
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Master’s degree in a STEM field and 12 years of engineering experience. Alternatively: Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 20 years of experience may be considered
• Ability to develop analytical and visualization tools
• Ability to work proactively and independently with minimal supervision
• Active security clearance at the required level (e.g., TS/SCI) or ability to obtain this clearance
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting database administration
• Experience with Palantir’s AI-based software development environments
• Strong ability to synthesize technical data into executive‑level products
• Familiarity with missile defense or other complex DoD program environments