Data Scientist

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Fort Belvoir, VA Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 28, 2026 Last posted May 28, 2026
Job description

The Data Scientist will drive mission-focused insights from complex datasets. This role involves managing, modeling, and interpreting large-scale government data holdings to support decision-making and operational success. You will combine expertise in mathematics, statistics, computer science, and domain-specific knowledge to deliver actionable conclusions and communicate them effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.


Position Responsibilities

  • Build and assess analytic models tailored to mission-specific needs
  • Communicate principal conclusions clearly, using mathematics, statistics, and computer science methods
  • Develop reproducible workflows and ensure data integrity
  • Develop qualitative and quantitative methods for exploring and assessing datasets in varying states of organization and cleanliness.
  • Organize, clean, and curate large datasets for analysis
  • Present complex technical findings in a way that is accessible to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Experience

  • United States Citizenship is required by the contract
  • An active TS/SCI with polygraph is required
  • Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Computer Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum 3+ years' relevant work experience.
  • Experience with software development working with Python in a Unix environment.
  • Experience using the Linux command line.
  • Practical knowledge in Python Machine Learning and Data Visualization
  • Practical knowledge in Data ETL such as working with: Data loading from SQL, CSV, JSON, Excel, etc., Pandas and PySpark
  • Proficiency in statistical packages using any of the following: Python, R, STATA, SPSS, etc.

Additional Requirements

  • Experience using the Atlassian Tool Suite or other Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CI/CD pipeline).
  • Experience with development of any of the following; Hadoop, Pig, MapReduce, or HDFS
  • Working knowledge with other object-oriented programming languages such as Java or C++
  • Working knowledge with Front-end data visualization libraries (i.e., D3.js; Raphael.js, etc.)

The pay range for this position is between $160,000 and $190,000 per year. This position is benefits-eligible. Our suite of benefits includes Health, Dental, Vision, 401k w/ match, Gym Membership discounts, Volunteer Paid Time Off, and a generous PTO package. We'd love to tell you more! Apply today!


We believe great talent comes from many backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and make all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, consistent with all applicable laws.

Our team provides superior services, solutions and subject matter expertise to solve our customer's most challenging requirements in cyber, land, air, sea and space.  We believe in empowering our employees to deliver exceptional results across our federal, state and private sector clients.  We are values-led and mission driven.  We can't wait to work with you!

About this role

Summary

Analyze large datasets, develop models, and communicate insights for government missions.

Job title

Data Scientist

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

government

Location requirements

Fort Belvoir, VA; remote not allowed

Salary

$160k–$190k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

mathematicsstatisticsPythonSQLPySpark

Preferred skills

RHadoopC++JavaD3.js

Specializations

statisticsmachine learningdata visualizationdata cleaningPython
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Belvoir, VA, USA

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