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As a Data Scientist, you will join the team supporting the U.S. Space Force to transform complex structured and unstructured data into actionable insights for leadership decision-making. You will be responsible for crafting strategies to source datasets, establishing metrics and KPIs, writing scripts to automate processes, and building dashboards using business intelligence tools. The role requires proficiency in Python, R, or SQL, along with libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learn. You will apply machine learning methods like logistic regression, random forests, and gradient-boosted models while utilizing generative AI tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, and Gemini to enhance workflow efficiency. Key technical requirements include experience in data mining, visualization via Tableau or Power BI, and potentially developing NLP models. This role serves the critical mission of providing clear narratives from technical analyses for military stakeholders.
What does a Data Scientist earn in Virginia?
Median $145200 from 75 postings across 5 companies.
Analyze structured and unstructured data sets to identify key information and solve complex problems.
Develop strategies to locate and source relevant datasets for U.S. Space Force operations.
Establish metrics and KPIs to provide leadership with actionable insights.
Write scripts in Python, R, or SQL to analyze data and automate manual processes.
Build interactive dashboards using tools like Tableau or Power BI to visualize complex information.
Apply machine learning models such as random forests and gradient-boosted models in production settings.
Utilize generative AI tools to accelerate code development and improve mission efficiency.
Translate technical analytical findings into clear narratives for senior government and military stakeholders.
What we're looking for
2+ years of experience with data exploration, cleaning, analysis, visualization, or mining of structured and unstructured sources.
2+ years of experience with programming languages like Python, R, or SQL and libraries such as pandas, NumPy, or scikit-learn.
2+ years of experience building visualizations and dashboards in Tableau or Power BI using advanced expressions and custom code.
1+ years of experience applying machine learning methods like logistic regression, decision trees, and random forests in a production setting.
Experience collaborating with stakeholders to define KPIs, build monitoring metrics, and communicate technical insights to senior government or military leaders.
Experience using generative AI tools to accelerate development and orchestrate agentic workflows.
Experience supporting DoD services, developing NLP models, or creating data strategies (preferred); Master's degree or TS/SCI clearance (preferred).
Python
R
SQL
pandas
NumPy
scikit‑learn
Tableau
Power BI
Matplotlib
Plotly
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing
Copilot
ChatGPT
Gemini
Data Visualization
Data Mining
KPIs
Stennis Space Center, MS47 days ago
$99,000–$225,000
Python
R
SQL
SAS
MATLAB
Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence
Natural Language Processing
Spark
Databricks
ElasticSearch
NiFi
Palantir Foundry
Tableau
Power BI
Qlik
Plotly
Seaborn
ggplot2
Big Data