Senior Database Engineer
Company Overview
At OAS, we're not just growing; we're soaring! As a dynamic management consulting firm, we specialize in powering the aviation industry forward. Our expertise lies in crafting tailored strategies that blend cutting‑edge technical solutions with deep organizational insights-elevating our civilian and military aviation partners.
Job Summary
Join us in shaping the future of aviation! Objective Area Solutions (OAS) is seeking an experienced Senior Database Engineer to enhance our team. Our ideal candidate will be proficient in database design, optimization, and modernization, with deep expertise in SQL‑based legacy system transformation and sustainment.
This role supports the Federal Aviation Administration, which is responsible for ensuring the safety of 45,000 flights and 3 million passengers traversing over 28 million miles of U.S.‑controlled airspace every day. In addition to providing air traffic control and safety oversight for civilian aviation, the FAA also works in lockstep with the Department of Defense and other government agencies to ensure the security of our nation. A key component of that coordination involves the collaborative use of aviation tools and data.
Key Responsibilities
A successful candidate must have a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience and be proficient in:
Conducting database assessments to identify schema inconsistencies, redundant structures, and performance issues
Designing, refactoring, and optimizing relational database schemas to support modernization
Executing hands‑on database optimization, tuning, and legacy system stabilization
Supporting configuration management, patching, release management, and CI/CD integration
Collaborating with developers, architects, and security analysts to align database structures with modern frameworks
Troubleshooting and resolving database‑related defects across development, testing, and operations
Supporting security authorization documentation, risk assessments, and vulnerability remediation
Validating database changes through unit, integration, system, and user acceptance testing
Creating and maintaining technical documentation including schemas, data models, change logs, and sustainment procedures
Participating in Agile ceremonies and supporting traceable, well‑documented release processes
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline
10+ years of relevant database development experience
Demonstrated experience with:
Database modeling and schema design
Database optimization and performance tuning
Legacy database assessment and modernization
Enterprise or mission‑critical system support
Strong understanding of:
Relational database design principles
Data normalization and integrity
Configuration and change management
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting the FAA, federal government systems, or aviation safety systems
Experience working within federal architecture constraints and modernization initiatives
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Experience supporting systems undergoing technology refresh or framework upgrades
Work Requirements
Work Environment: Remote within the United States
Objective Area Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and building a workplace where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. OAS does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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