Data Scientist

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producingResults that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

Comprising more than 130 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise across program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life‑cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems, Maritime and Munitions, as well as clients at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, and the Office of Naval Research.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Data Scientist to support NAVSEA / Portfolio Acquisition Executive Maritime. This is a Hybrid position in the Washington, DC area.

Candidate will be part of a new Data Analytics team supporting Surface Ship Modernization and Sustainment. Anticipated tasking includes:

Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software.

Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets.

Visualize, interpret, and report data findings by creating dynamic data reports.

Assist in the development of briefing material.

Execute data calls to gather inputs from stakeholders. Consolidate and communicate information from data calls to government leadership for further action.

Evaluate deficiencies, recommend improvements, and coordinate their implementation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in math, science, engineering, or related field

At least five (5) years of relevant experience

DoD Secret clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Reports to Washington Navy Yard, up to 20% of the time, based upon the needs of the client

Desired Qualifications:

Active DoD Secret Clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Master's degree

At least seven (7) years of relevant experience

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA 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, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $105,000.00/Yr.

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Worksite address

washington, DC, 20022, US

Who can apply

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