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This role is ideal for someone with foundational knowledge of SQL Server who is eager to grow their skills in database administration, performance management, and operational support.\n\nOperating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), the Junior Database Administrator (SQL Server) ensures compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards while coordinating with other key stakeholders to meet overall milestones.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nSafety Leadership:\nBe a safety leader for your team and help foster a culture of operational safety.\nEnsure all safety training is completed on time.\nProject Execution:\nAssist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server instances.\nMonitor database performance and optimize and tune processes as required.\nParticipate in regular backup and restore operations to ensure data reliability and availability.\nSupport database security by managing user accounts, permissions, and auditing.\nMaintain and update documentation including database schemas, processes, and procedures.\nParticipate in patching, upgrades, and basic automation tasks as directed.\nTraining and Development:\nTake part in training to further working knowledge of new database tools and methodologies.\nAttend BIW training opportunities as required.\nTeam Collaboration and Communication:\nWork collaboratively with developers, data engineers, system administrators, and business teams.\nCommunicate effectively across application and data engineering functions.\nContinuous Improvement:\nIdentify and implement database management process improvements and optimizations as required.\nRequired/Preferred Education/Training\nRequired:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nPreferred:\nBachelor’s Degree in the field of Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field.\nRequired/Preferred Experience\nRequired:\n2+ years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server (could be internship, coursework, or entry-level professional experience).\nBasic understanding of T-SQL, querying, and relational database concepts.\nFamiliarity with Windows Server environments.\nAbility to diagnose common database issues and willingness to learn more advanced troubleshooting.\nStrong attention to detail and desire to follow established procedures.\nPreferred:\nExposure to SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and related tools.\nUnderstanding of Microsoft Azure or other cloud hosting platforms.\nBasic knowledge of performance tuning concepts and backup/restore strategies.\nFamiliarity with PowerShell and Python.\nRelevant certifications such as Microsoft Azure or SQL Server fundamentals.","company":"General Dynamics Bath Iron Works","rawCompany":"general dynamics bath iron works","city":"Bath","state":"BAS","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-12T13:27:34.937Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Jr. Database Administrator (SQL Server)","description":"Job Description\nWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Database Administrator (SQL Server) to join the Data Services team at Bath Iron Works. 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