NATECH is recruiting for a Database Management Specialist to support the FAA National Airspace System Integration Support Contract (NISC IV) program. This is an exciting opportunity for talented individuals to contribute to the transformation of the Nation’s aviation system in which air traffic will move safely, swiftly, efficiently, and seamlessly around the globe.

The Database Management Specialist is responsible for performing tasks relating to Database Management System (DBMS) applications, including definition, design, structure, documentation, upgrades, long-range requirements, operational guidelines, and protection. Works independently with minimal supervision. Provides expertise in database security, requirements, analysis, design, design reviews, development, software testing, integration, installation, and maintenance of complex computer systems. Experience with database administration of NAS databases which may include but not limited PostgreSQL, Oracle, Elasticsearch. Provides expertise in the development and improvement of the database functionality, monitoring and performance. Must be comfortable navigating within Windows and Unix/Linux skills operating systems. May need to work with specialists from other disciplines such as hardware, software, logistic support, and testing to produce fully integrated and responsive components and systems. Interprets and analyzes complex database data to develop technical documentation, system diagrams, and presentation materials.

Must be willing to travel and be on call 24x7 for site support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide 2nd level engineering support for the Federal NOTAM System (FNS) systems
• Support system development/testing/integration/deployment activities for FNS systems
• Provision, install, configure, monitor and maintain various database systems.
• Perform ongoing database performance tuning, hardware and software upgrades, and resource optimization as required.
• Develop and manage Linux shell scripts to support application software testing and administration
• Able to debug database issues in Linux and Windows environments
• Attend system design reviews; technical interchange meetings; any other meetings as requested to support program and team
• Participate in system test and key site test activities as a tester

Required Qualifications:

• Requires BS degree and 10 years of experience developing, managing, troubleshooting, maintaining, PostgreSQL databases
• Proficient in navigating Windows and Unix/Linux Operating Systems
• Familiarity with database management best practices
• Knowledge of database design and theories
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity of NAS Technical Operations
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch or NOSQL Database
• Deep understanding of database optimization best practices

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.