Data Advisor - SME

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Education assistance

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is looking for a Data Advisor – SME in Quantico, VA. The role involves providing senior-level advisory support on the integration and governance of AI and machine learning solutions for USMC. The ideal candidate brings over 10 years of experience in data analytics and AI/ML, with strong communication skills and a TS/SCI Clearance.

Successful applicants will help shape AI strategies, assess data quality, and align solutions with DoD standards. A competitive salary range of $180,000 to $200,000 is offered, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in data analytics or AI/ML.
• Experience advising senior leadership on AI and data-driven decisions.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership on AI/ML strategies and use cases.
• Assess data sources and quality for analytics feasibility.
• Develop decision-quality briefs and recommendations.

Skills

Data analytics

AI/ML concepts

Data architectures

Analytic methods

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Data Advisor – SME

Location: US‑VA‑Quantico

Job ID: 2026‑4396

Category: Databases & Data Warehousing

Position Type: Full‑Time

Remote: No

Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee‑owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

Position Description: The AI/Data Advisor – Sr provides senior‑level advisory support to Capability Development & Integration (CD&I) leadership on the integration, employment, and governance of Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and advanced analytics across USMC capability development activities. This position serves as a strategic advisor, translating operational and capability development requirements into data‑and AI‑enabled solutions and aligning AI/ML efforts with USMC/DoD policies, data standards, and enterprise architectures.

Responsibilities:

• Advise CD&I leadership on AI/ML concepts, capabilities, and implementation strategies in support of USMC force development, experimentation, and requirements generation.
• Identify, prioritize, and frame AI/ML use cases, including expected outcomes, data needs, and integration risks.
• Assess existing data sources, data quality, and data architectures to determine feasibility of AI/ML and advanced analytics solutions.
• Develop and present decision‑quality briefs, white papers, and recommendations to senior stakeholders, including trade‑space analysis and courses of action (COAs).
• Coordinate with data engineers, data scientists, and functional/operational stakeholders to ensure AI/ML solutions are technically feasible, operationally relevant, and aligned with USMC data strategy.
• Support the development of requirements, concepts of employment (CONEMPs), and doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership, personnel, facilities, and policy (DOTMLPF‑P) products that incorporate AI/ML capabilities.
• Provide technical and policy guidance on AI governance, model lifecycle management, ethical AI, and compliance with DoD AI and data directives.
• Participate in working groups, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and experimentation events to represent CD&I AI/data interests.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Operations Research, Information Systems, or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in data analytics, AI/ML, or related disciplines, with at least 5 years supporting DoD or USMC organizations.
• Demonstrated experience advising senior leadership on AI/ML and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, data architectures, and analytic methods (e.g., supervised/unsupervised learning, predictive analytics, optimization).
• Familiarity with DoD/USMC data strategies, JCIDS, requirements development, and capability‑based planning.
• Ability to synthesize complex technical issues into clear, concise, decision‑ready information.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience with USMC CD&I, MCCDC, or related HQMC/MEF staff organizations.
• Exposure to AI/ML tooling and platforms (e.g., Python‑based ML stacks, cloud‑based AI services) sufficient to understand implementation trade‑offs.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee‑owners. The salary range for this position is USD $180,000.00/Yr. – USD $200,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status