Data Analyst

avav; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company match

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Data Analyst to conceive, develop, mature, and transition FMI applications using large-scale data. The role blends data science, reporting, and spatiotemporal methods to support event detection and validation of I&W methodologies.

The ideal candidate holds a technical degree, 5+ years in data analysis/data science, and Python scripting, with strong communication skills and an active TS/SCI with Poly; ITAR/EAR considerations apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (CS, DS, Math, Eng)
• Minimum of five (5) years of dedicated experience in Data Analysis or Data Science
• Professional experience developing and scripting in Python
• Strong verbal communication skills with a proven ability to present complex findings to diverse audiences
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Innovative Development: Conceive, develop, and transition novel FMI applications and tradecraft from large-scale data environments.
• Data Lifecycle Management: Lead data discovery, collection, curation, and enrichment to ensure high-quality inputs for complex modeling.
• Advanced Analytics: Utilize data science and modeling to improve event detection and validation of I&W frameworks.
• Spatiotemporal Analysis: Apply spatiotemporal technologies to track and analyze geographic and time-based data patterns.
• Stakeholder Communication: Translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable status reports and presentations for mission partners and leadership.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in technical field

5+ years data analysis / data science

Python scripting

Strong communication

TS/SCI with Poly

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

Splunk

Job description

Worker Type

Regular

Summary

The Data Analyst will support to conceive, develop, mature, maintain, and transition novel and innovative FMI applications, capabilities, tradecraft, and insight from large and complex data. They will leverage data science and modeling, data discovery, collection, curation, and enrichment, software engineering, and spatiotemporal technologies and methods for event detection and validation of I&W methodologies.

Position Responsibilities

• Innovative Development: Conceive, develop, and transition novel FMI applications and tradecraft derived from large-scale data environments.
• Data Lifecycle Management: Lead efforts in data discovery, collection, curation, and enrichment to ensure high-quality inputs for complex modeling.
• Advanced Analytics: Utilize data science and modeling techniques to improve event detection and the validation of I&W frameworks.
• Spatiotemporal Analysis: Apply spatiotemporal technologies and methods to track and analyze geographic and time-based data patterns.
• Stakeholder Communication: Translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable status reports and presentations for mission partners and leadership.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline).
• Minimum of five (5) years of dedicated experience in Data Analysis or Data Science.
• Professional experience developing and scripting in Python.
• Strong verbal communication skills with a proven ability to present complex findings to diverse audiences.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Experience with Splunk for data indexing and analysis is a significant plus.

Salary Range: $130,000 - $190,000

The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

Clearance Level

Top Secret with Poly

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit our benefits portal.

EEO Statement

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

Application Notes

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.