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