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Shape the Future of Aerospace Innovation at Astronics
The Data Governance Lead will step into a program with foundational architecture in place, and play an integral part in operationalizing and scaling across our global enterprise. Through cross-functional collaboration and strong communication skills, this position owns the data governance program, implementing policies and focusing on continuous improvement initiatives to support regulatory compliance, engineering data management, manufacturing traceability, and data-driven decision making.
In addition to a collaborative culture at a long-standing organization committed to continued growth, Astronics offers:
- Competitive base salary with quarterly bonus opportunities
- Hybrid role, work two days onsite in our East Aurora, NY office
- 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- 401(k) with company contribution and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life benefits
Week-long Christmas shutdown and paid holidays
What You’ll Do
- Own, operationalize, and continuously improve the enterprise data governance framework established through the organizational data governance strategy and roadmap
- Lead the knowledge transfer and transition from our Data Governance Strategy & Roadmap engagement, taking ownership of all deliverables including the operating model, policies, roadmap, use cases, and pilot results
- Manage data ownership, stewardship roles, and accountability models across business domains, consistent with the established Data Governance Operating Model
- Implement, apply, and mature data governance policies, standards, and procedures for data quality, metadata management, lineage, and master data management, building on the established governance framework
- Partner with finance, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure critical aerospace data (design data, configuration data, part traceability, etc.) is governed appropriately
- Support the implementation and operationalization of data governance tooling (data catalog, lineage, and data quality platforms) in alignment with established functional requirements and current ERP system implementation project architecture
- Serve as the data governance authority, ensuring PLM, D365, and MES data assets meet quality, lineage, and compliance standards required for automation, AI, and digital thread objectives
- Drive adoption of data governance principles across business domains and measure adherence using defined KPIs
- Implement data governance processes for managing regulated and sensitive data in alignment with enterprise compliance frameworks for ITAR, EAR, and related data security standards
- Lead initiatives to improve data quality, consistency, and accessibility across enterprise systems including PLM, ERP, MES, and analytics platforms
- Partner with IT functional leads to ensure data governance policies align with CMMC, SOX, ITAR/EAR, and enterprise compliance requirements
- Establish and monitor data governance KPIs and data quality metrics
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Management, or equivalent work experience
- 7+ years of experience in data management, data governance, data architecture, or related disciplines
- Experience implementing enterprise data governance frameworks and operating models
- Strong understanding of data lifecycle management, metadata management, data quality, and master data management
- Familiarity with one or more data governance and catalog platforms (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Microsoft Purview, or similar)
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing industries, including relevant knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements, is preferred
- Familiarity with aerospace or manufacturing environments and associated data systems (PLM, ERP, MES) is preferred
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills
Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here:
- Flexibility that works: 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off + hybrid work week options
- Professional growth: Continuing education support, certifications, and exposure to data governance on a global scale
- A culture that values balance: Work with a high-performing, motivated team that also promotes positivity and collaboration
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base salary: $130,000-160,000 annually, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs
- Generous Time Off: Starting with 120 hours of paid time off annually, plus 12 paid holidays per year
- Competitive rewards: Benefits start the first of the month after hire, quarterly bonus tied to company profitability, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays (including a full Christmas week shutdown), and comprehensive health/vision/dental coverage
This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
Shape the Future of Aerospace Innovation at Astronics
The Data Governance Lead will step into a program with foundational architecture in place, and play an integral part in operationalizing and scaling across our global enterprise. Through cross-functional collaboration and strong communication skills, this position owns the data governance program, implementing policies and focusing on continuous improvement initiatives to support regulatory compliance, engineering data management, manufacturing traceability, and data-driven decision making.
In addition to a collaborative culture at a long-standing organization committed to continued growth, Astronics offers:
- Competitive base salary with quarterly bonus opportunities
- Hybrid role, work two days onsite in our East Aurora, NY office
- 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
- 401(k) with company contribution and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life benefits
Week-long Christmas shutdown and paid holidays
What You’ll Do
- Own, operationalize, and continuously improve the enterprise data governance framework established through the organizational data governance strategy and roadmap
- Lead the knowledge transfer and transition from our Data Governance Strategy & Roadmap engagement, taking ownership of all deliverables including the operating model, policies, roadmap, use cases, and pilot results
- Manage data ownership, stewardship roles, and accountability models across business domains, consistent with the established Data Governance Operating Model
- Implement, apply, and mature data governance policies, standards, and procedures for data quality, metadata management, lineage, and master data management, building on the established governance framework
- Partner with finance, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure critical aerospace data (design data, configuration data, part traceability, etc.) is governed appropriately
- Support the implementation and operationalization of data governance tooling (data catalog, lineage, and data quality platforms) in alignment with established functional requirements and current ERP system implementation project architecture
- Serve as the data governance authority, ensuring PLM, D365, and MES data assets meet quality, lineage, and compliance standards required for automation, AI, and digital thread objectives
- Drive adoption of data governance principles across business domains and measure adherence using defined KPIs
- Implement data governance processes for managing regulated and sensitive data in alignment with enterprise compliance frameworks for ITAR, EAR, and related data security standards
- Lead initiatives to improve data quality, consistency, and accessibility across enterprise systems including PLM, ERP, MES, and analytics platforms
- Partner with IT functional leads to ensure data governance policies align with CMMC, SOX, ITAR/EAR, and enterprise compliance requirements
- Establish and monitor data governance KPIs and data quality metrics
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Management, or equivalent work experience
- 7+ years of experience in data management, data governance, data architecture, or related disciplines
- Experience implementing enterprise data governance frameworks and operating models
- Strong understanding of data lifecycle management, metadata management, data quality, and master data management
- Familiarity with one or more data governance and catalog platforms (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Microsoft Purview, or similar)
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing industries, including relevant knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements, is preferred
- Familiarity with aerospace or manufacturing environments and associated data systems (PLM, ERP, MES) is preferred
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills
Why You’ll Enjoy Working Here:
- Flexibility that works: 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off + hybrid work week options
- Professional growth: Continuing education support, certifications, and exposure to data governance on a global scale
- A culture that values balance: Work with a high-performing, motivated team that also promotes positivity and collaboration
Compensation & Benefits:
- Base salary: $130,000-160,000 annually, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs
- Generous Time Off: Starting with 120 hours of paid time off annually, plus 12 paid holidays per year
- Competitive rewards: Benefits start the first of the month after hire, quarterly bonus tied to company profitability, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays (including a full Christmas week shutdown), and comprehensive health/vision/dental coverage
This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Citi4
- Global Payments4
- Apple2
- Hippo Insurance2
- Reflection2
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services10
- Technology & Software10
- Insurance4
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Electronics & Hardware3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data governance lead jobs.
- 5 or more years of experience in data governance, data management, or a related data discipline
- Hands-on experience with data catalog or governance platforms such as Collibra, Alation, or Informatica Axon
- Demonstrated ability to develop and enforce data policies, standards, and stewardship frameworks
- Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements including GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, or SOX
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders including data owners, IT, legal, and compliance teams
- Preferred: CDMP, DCAM, or equivalent data management certification from DAMA International
Tips for Your Data Governance Lead Job Search
Quantify your data governance impact
Hiring managers want outcomes, not duties. Rewrite your resume bullets to show measurable results: policies you authored, datasets you cataloged, or audit findings your program resolved. Concrete numbers and scope make your experience stand out against candidates who list tools alone.
Highlight your framework and tooling depth
Job postings for data governance leads almost always ask for hands-on experience with specific platforms like Collibra, Alation, or Informatica. Name the tools you've configured, not just the ones you've used, and tie each to a governance outcome like data lineage or classification.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists data governance lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by regulatory context
Data governance lead roles in healthcare are shaped by HIPAA requirements, while financial services roles center on SOX or BCBS 239. Filter your job search by industry and tailor your application to show you understand the regulatory obligations that govern data in that specific sector.
Prepare a governance portfolio or case study
Interviewers often ask candidates to walk through a governance program they built or improved. Prepare a concise case study covering the problem, the policies or controls you introduced, the stakeholders involved, and how you measured success. This separates experienced leads from generalists.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
Before accepting an offer, clarify whether the role owns enterprise-wide governance or a single domain, reports into IT or the CDO, and has budget authority for tooling. These structural details affect your ability to do the job and your growth path far more than title alone.
Data Governance Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most data governance leads?
The companies hiring the most data governance leads right now include Citi, Global Payments, and Apple, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is consistently strong in financial services, large health systems, and enterprise technology companies scaling their data programs.
How many data governance lead jobs are remote?
About 34% of data governance lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on policy, documentation, and cross-functional coordination rather than on-site infrastructure. Roles focused on data catalog administration, stewardship program management, and compliance reporting tend to have the highest remote availability.
How do you become a data governance lead?
Start by building hands-on experience as a data analyst, data engineer, or data steward so you understand how data flows through an organization and where quality breaks down. From there, develop expertise in a governance platform such as Collibra or Alation, contribute to policy or standards development on your team, and pursue a DAMA CDMP or similar certification. Most leads move into the role after demonstrating they can drive cross-functional alignment on data definitions, ownership, and quality standards.
Can you get hired as a data governance lead without direct governance experience?
Yes, if you reframe adjacent experience effectively. Employers often hire candidates who have enforced data quality rules as an analyst, built data dictionaries as a BI developer, or managed compliance audits in a legal or risk role. Emphasize any work involving data standards, data ownership, or regulatory reporting, and show you understand what a governance framework is designed to solve rather than claiming tool expertise you do not have.
What does the data governance lead interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial screen with a recruiter or HR contact covers background and expectations. A technical or functional interview goes deep on your governance framework knowledge, tool experience, and how you handle data quality or compliance challenges. A stakeholder or panel round tests how you communicate policy to non-technical audiences and manage disagreement between data owners. Some employers close with a take-home case study asking you to design or critique a governance structure.
Where can I find and apply to data governance lead jobs?
You can find and apply to data governance lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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