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As a Data Scientist, you will join the team to support the U.S. Space Force by transforming complex structured and unstructured data into actionable insights for leadership. You will be responsible for crafting data strategies, identifying key metrics and KPIs, writing scripts to automate processes, and building dashboards to visualize information. The role requires proficiency in Python, R, or SQL, along with libraries such as pandas, NumPy, and scikit-learn. You will utilize Tableau or Power BI for visualization, Matplotlib or Plotly for analytical workflows, and machine learning models like random forests and gradient-boosted models. Additionally, you will leverage generative AI tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, or Gemini to enhance development. This role focuses on solving data-rich challenges within the defense sector to enable informed decision-making for military stakeholders through advanced analytics and automated reporting.
What does a Data Scientist earn in California?
Median $208978 from 66 postings across 27 companies.
Analyze structured and unstructured data sets to identify key information and solve complex problems.
Develop strategies to locate, source, and clean disparate datasets for analysis.
Write scripts in Python, R, or SQL to analyze data and automate manual processes.
Build interactive dashboards using Tableau, Power BI, or code-based libraries like Matplotlib.
Apply machine learning models such as random forests and gradient-boosted models in production environments.
Establish metrics and KPIs to provide leadership with actionable insights and trends.
Utilize generative AI tools to accelerate code development and orchestrate agentic workflows.
Translate complex technical analyses 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 Python, R, or SQL and libraries like pandas, NumPy, or scikit-learn.
2+ years of experience building dashboards in Tableau or Power BI and using Matplotlib or Plotly for analytical workflows.
1+ years of experience applying machine learning methods in a production setting.
Experience collaborating with stakeholders to define KPIs, communicate insights, and translate technical analysis into narratives for senior leadership.
Experience using generative AI tools, scoping data science solutions, and developing NLP models (preferred); TS/SCI clearance or Master's degree (preferred).
Python
R
SQL
pandas
NumPy
scikit‑learn
Tableau
Power BI
Matplotlib
Plotly
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing
Copilot
ChatGPT
Gemini
Generative AI
Data Visualization
Data Mining
KPIs
Stennis Space Center, MS48 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