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Principal Data Analytics Engineer

Huntsville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Aug 2026

About the role

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