Data Engineer Jobs in South Carolina
Data Engineer jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and defense contracting, with demand at every level from entry-level analysts stepping into engineering roles to senior architects leading enterprise pipelines. Columbia, Charlotte metro spillover into Rock Hill, and Charleston are the primary hiring markets, anchored by employers such as BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Michelin. Cloud platform integration, real-time data pipeline development, and analytics engineering are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) has an exciting opportunity for a Product Data Management Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior) to join our team located in North Charleston, SC.
The 787 Engineering organization is seeking a Technical Integrator to join the Airplane Level Integration Team (ALIT) within the Engineering Operations group. The position requires a candidate with a leadership mindset who communicates and collaborates well with others. They need to foster an environment that values inclusion. This role will have an emphasis on mentoring/coaching teammates, establishing positive working relationships, and instilling a culture of engineering excellence and safety, and technical leadership.
In this role, you will lead the management and integration of engineering architecture—processes, systems, and data—and their interrelationships across the airplane product lifecycle. You will also provide technical leadership for configuration and data management, conduct and lead technical design reviews and audits, analyze complex trades/changes, and implement engineering standard processes, systems, and tools, root cause corrective action, and implementation of LEAN principles. Our Ideal candidate has a design or manufacturing engineering background with demonstrated experience on the 787 or a comparable commercial airplane program.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead management and integration of engineering architecture (processes, systems, data) across the product lifecycle to ensure consistency, traceability, and role-appropriate data access.
Develop, analyze, manage and verify compliance of process and product baselines for highly integrated complex airplane products.
Define, plan, coordinate and conduct product- and subsystem-level technical design reviews and audits for new and derivative products.
Lead evaluation of complex product trades and changes; develop change proposals with impacts, risks, mitigation, and implementation plans.
Lead definition and rollout of Configuration Management (CM) and Data Management (DM) standards, processes, systems and tools; drive adoption across IPTs and supporting functions.
Define and allocate CM/DM requirements for hardware, software and engineering design data systems spanning multiple engineering functions.
Assure integration of product elements; analyze and resolve complex issues with product structures and cross-discipline interfaces.
Develop, integrate and implement engineering technical program plans including schedule impacts, risk assessments, and lessons learned incorporation.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineering teams on CM/DM best practices, tools, and lifecycle processes.
Work with minimal direction and act as a primary technical integrator for assigned airplane-level integrations and change activities.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
Demonstrated expertise in Configuration Management and Data Management for complex, highly integrated products.
Experience developing and conducting technical design reviews, audits, and compliance verification across multi-discipline systems.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
Master’s degree or advanced coursework in relevant engineering or systems engineering fields.
Hands-on design or manufacturing engineering experience on commercial airplane programs; direct experience on the 787 program strongly preferred.
Proven ability to analyze complex trades/changes and produce actionable change proposals with risk and impact assessments.
Familiarity with product lifecycle processes and tools (PLM, PDM, engineering data systems) and how they integrate with CM processes.
Prior role as a technical integrator, configuration manager, or systems engineer on commercial transport aircraft (787 preferred).
Experience with specific PLM/PDM or CM tools such as Enovia, Teamcenter, Windchill, IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (DOORS), or similar.
Knowledge of aerospace change processes, enterprise gated development, readiness levels, and regulatory compliance requirements. Preferred experience with Non Recurring Product Definition (NRPD)
Familiarity with software configuration and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools.
Experience integrating CM/DM practices together with Agile practices and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) across engineering organizations.
Certification in configuration management, systems engineering, or relevant disciplines (e.g., CISCM, INCOSE, PMI-ACP).
Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range
Level 3:103,700-140, 300
Level 4:126,650-171,350
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 07, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Your Benefits
No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.
- Generous company match to your 401(k).
- Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
- Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.
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Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Data Engineer Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jacobs4

- Capgemini3

- Purpose Financial2

- Booz Allen Hamilton2

- Medical University of South Carolina2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software3
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Education1
- Insurance1
- Manufacturing1
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data engineer jobs across South Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or a related field
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Experience designing and maintaining ETL or ELT data pipelines at scale
- Hands-on experience with big data tools such as Spark, Kafka, or Databricks
- Familiarity with data modeling, warehouse architecture, and business intelligence tooling
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with data analysts, scientists, and business stakeholders
Data Engineer Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a data engineer in South Carolina?
Data engineering in South Carolina has no state-issued license or registration requirement, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skills. Most employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering, which programs at Clemson University, the University of South Carolina, and the College of Charleston all support. Certifications from AWS, Google Cloud, or Databricks strengthen a candidacy significantly, and a portfolio of pipeline or warehouse projects is often what moves a resume to the interview stage.
Which companies hire data engineers in South Carolina?
Employers hiring data engineers in South Carolina right now include Jacobs, Capgemini, and Purpose Financial, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. South Carolina's concentration of financial services firms, defense contractors, and large healthcare insurers makes it one of the more consistent markets in the Southeast for data engineering talent.
Which South Carolina cities have the most data engineer jobs?
Greenville, North Charleston, and Fort Mill lead South Carolina for data engineer openings. Columbia drives the largest share, anchored by state government IT, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, and a growing cluster of health-tech and fintech firms, while Charleston's expanding defense and logistics base and the Rock Hill corridor's proximity to Charlotte-area employers account for much of the activity outside the capital.
Are there remote data engineer jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 67% of data engineer openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how naturally the role fits distributed work. Pipeline development, data modeling, and cloud infrastructure work are the functions most commonly offered fully remote, while roles involving on-site data governance or embedded team collaboration tend to require at least a hybrid schedule.
How can I get hired as a data engineer in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a data analyst or business intelligence role at a South Carolina employer, where existing SQL skills and domain knowledge offset the lack of formal engineering experience. BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and state government agencies through the South Carolina Department of Administration regularly hire junior data or reporting analysts who can grow into engineering responsibilities. Building a public portfolio on GitHub that shows pipeline work with real datasets, combined with an AWS or Google Cloud associate certification, gives candidates without experience a concrete edge in those conversations.
Where can I find and apply to data engineer jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to data engineer jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your skills and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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