Data Scientist

KBR, Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc is seeking a Data Scientist to support GED and related offices, focusing on designing, developing, testing, and delivering data-driven products for national security missions. You will work with teams across hardware, software, and data analytics to turn data into actionable insights.

The role emphasizes advanced analytics, machine learning, and robust software practices, with a strong emphasis on storytelling with data and communicating complex findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in data science or related roles.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python or R.
• Strong experience with ML frameworks (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Proficiency in SQL and working with large-scale datasets.
• Experience building and deploying production-ready models.
• Strong software engineering practices (version control, testing, modular coding).
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills with data.

Responsibilities

• Conducts scientific R&D towards tasking, collection, processing, and dissemination of data.
• Collects large datasets using analytical, statistical, and programmable skills.
• Analyze data sets to discover actionable patterns and business insights.
• Apply mathematical and coding methods to manage big data and extract insights.
• Develop production-ready models and validate them in real environments.
• Communicate complex results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across hardware, software, and data analytics.
• Assist in evaluating feasibility and progress towards mission goals.
• Perform data quality checks and create reproducible workflows.

Skills

Python

R

Machine Learning

SQL

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Data Scientist Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Title: Data Scientist Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions. Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace. Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Who You Are

KBR is looking for a motivated Data Scientist to join our team and provide Systems Engineer Technical Advisor (SETA) support for the Intelligence Community Customer Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED). GED plays a critical role in enabling the Intelligence Community Customer to plan and execute intelligence‑gathering missions, transforming collected data into useful information for the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) users.

In this role, you will have the chance to design, develop, test, and deliver products that support our customers’ advanced systems. In support of GED Front Office, Chief Architect, Integrated Intelligence Program Office, Advanced Ground Office, and Enterprise Data Applications and Platforms. You'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams focused on hardware, software, system integration, and data analysis to help achieve important missions and meet requirements. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conducts scientific Research and Development towards the tasking, collection, processing, and dissemination of data.
• Collects substantial amounts of data using analytical, statistical, and programmable skills.
• Analyze data sets to discover actionable patterns and trends for business use.
• Uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract insights from structured and unstructured data.
• Applies mathematical, problem‑solving, and coding skills to manage big data, extracting valuable insights.
• Assess other’s R&D proposals for feasibility and progress towards mission goals.
• Solve difficult, non‑routine problems by applying advanced analytical methodologies and improving analytic methodologies.
• Developing custom searches.
• Communicating and coordinating with internal and external partners as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in data science or related roles.
• Expert‑level proficiency in Python or R.
• Strong experience with machine learning frameworks (scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Deep understanding of statistical modeling, experimental design, and advanced analytics.
• Proficiency in SQL and working with large‑scale datasets.
• Experience building and deploying production‑ready models.
• Strong software engineering practices (version control, testing, modular coding).
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills with data.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop).
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of MLOps tools and practices (CI/CD, model monitoring, containerization).
• Experience with deep learning, NLP, recommender systems, or time‑series forecasting.

Basic Compensation

$161,200 –221,600 annum (This range is for the VA area only) The rate offered will be based on the selected candidate’s work location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience, contract affordability and consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology‑led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.