Associate Data Scientist

QinetiQ Security & Defence Contractors; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security and defence company based in Farnborough seeks an Associate Data Scientist. This role involves working with meteorological and oceanographic data, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with a team to provide data support. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a relevant degree in Meteorology, Oceanography, or Data Science. The position is fully on-site and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan

Private medical insurance

Employee discount portal

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate and implement multiple solutions.
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly.
• Previous experience in a Data Field or completion of naval HM Officers/rating training.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
• Interest in GIS applications modelling and understanding of data formats.

Responsibilities

• Undertake troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex technical issues.
• Maintain compliance with security and quality standards.
• Identify improvement opportunities and contribute to capability development.
• Deliver training and mentoring to end users and colleagues.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with operational requirements.
• Provide data and applications support to ensure operational capabilities.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Previous experience in a Data Field

Ability to work autonomously

Interest in GIS applications

Education

Relevant Degree in Meteorology, Oceanography or Data Science

Job description

Package: Competitive Salary Benefits

Role ID : SF19235

Are you ready to be part of the future At QinetiQ were not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting edge defence technology to ground breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an Associate Data Scientist at our Farnborough site where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As an Associate Data Scientist you will be working in a team supplying operation meteorological and oceanographic support and expertise primarily exploiting the outputs of numerical weather prediction models.

Day‑to‑day you will work closely alongside the existing team with considerable opportunities to build domain knowledge and gain valuable real world application experience whilst serving within a team that provides SME Meteorological and Oceanographic data and application support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex technical issues recommending and implementing solutions
• Maintaining compliance with security and quality standards ensuring timely and accurate delivery of outputs
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities and contribute to capability development initiatives
• Delivering advanced training and mentoring to end user and other colleagues outside of your team both on‑site and remotely
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to align technical solutions with operational requirements
• Serving within a team providing data and applications support ensuring operational capabilities and functionality is maintained

Essential experience of the Associate Data Scientist

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to evaluate and implement multiple solutions
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to potentially non‑technical customers
• Previous experience in a Data Field practical experience in Meteorology / Oceanography or completion of naval HM Officers / ratings training
• The ability to work autonomously and manage priorities in a dynamic operational environment
• Either experience or an interest in GIS applications modelling and understanding of data formats contents and manipulation

Essential qualifications for the Associate Data Scientist

• A relevant Degree in Meteorology Oceanography Data Science or relevant experience

We value difference and we dont have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Farnborough site. This role is fully on‑site.

Farnborough

At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state‑of‑the‑art facility with high‑energy laser technologies our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers IT & Cyber Specialists Project Managers Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.

Why Join QinetiQ

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world theres never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee youll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork and pulling together youll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives blend disciplines and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal : Personal Accident Insurance Travel Insurance Restaurants Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Our Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels value heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions which mean factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for DV clearance as a minimum.