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Prosum

Data Architect

Prosum, El Segundo

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Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Data Architect to lead enterprise data strategy and architecture within a Microsoft GCC High environment . The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Microsoft’s data ecosystem—including Power BI , SSIS , and Azure Data Factory —with a proven track record of implementing secure, governed, and scalable data infrastructure.

In this role, you will help transform raw operational, manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain data into trusted assets that support analytics, compliance, and decision-making across the organization.

Base pay range

$75.00/hr - $85.00/hr

4-6 month contract with possibility of extending

Aerospace industry and requires all candidates to be US Citizens.

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect and maintain enterprise-wide data infrastructure tailored for aerospace operations in a Microsoft GCC High environment , ensuring security, scalability, and compliance.
  • Design, implement, and optimize data pipelines using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and Azure Data Factory (ADF) .
  • Lead the development of self-service data platforms , empowering users to access curated and governed data assets with minimal IT involvement.
  • Define and implement data governance strategies , including master data management (MDM) , data cataloging , and metadata standards.
  • Ensure transparency and traceability of data through architecture patterns that support data lineage and compliance (e.g., ITAR, DFARS, NIST).
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing to gather requirements and align architecture with business goals.
  • Build and maintain robust and performant Power BI datasets, data models, and dashboards to support real-time and historical analytics.
  • Evaluate and integrate technologies such as Microsoft Purview for enterprise data cataloging, lineage tracking, and compliance visibility.
  • Develop architectural documentation, best practices, and standards for the broader data and analytics team.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Data Architect working within the Microsoft ecosystem in GCC High or other secure cloud environments.
  • Strong proficiency in Power BI , including dataset design, DAX, dataflows, and governance integration.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with SSIS and Azure Data Factory for building and managing complex data pipelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and implement self-service data platforms and infrastructure at scale.
  • Deep understanding of data governance , including master data management , data cataloging , and metadata management practices.
  • Familiarity with aerospace industry data domains such as supply chain, inventory management, quality assurance, and engineering design.
  • Strong SQL development and optimization skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Microsoft Purview , including implementation of data scanning, lineage, and classification features.
  • Knowledge of compliance frameworks relevant to aerospace (e.g., ITAR, DFARS, NIST 800-53, CMMC).
  • Understanding of modern data architecture patterns , such as lakehouse, medallion architecture, or event-driven data pipelines.
  • Experience integrating Power BI with data sources such as Azure Synapse, SQL Server, and data lakes.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical field.

Job details

  • Employment type: Contract
  • Location: Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Citizenship requirement: US Citizens

Note: This description reflects the role as advertised and does not include extraneous postings or unrelated opportunities.

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