Data Scientist -Top Secret Clearance Required

Prattwhitney; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Flexible work schedules

401(k) match

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a Data Analyst in Plano, TX to design and develop data visualizations using tools like PowerBI and Tableau. The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience with Python and SQL, along with an active DoD Top Secret clearance.

This position offers a salary range of $68,900 to $131,100 based on experience, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in a STEM discipline and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with software development, including documentation, testing, bug tracking, version control, and MLOps.
• Active U.S. government issued DoD Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop data visualizations using tools such as PowerBI and Tableau.
• Perform data analysis on large, complex data sets.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to communicate findings.

Skills

Python development (numpy, scipy, scikit‑image, scikit‑learn)

Databases management and SQL development

Data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau)

Machine learning algorithms

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Tools

Jupyter

SQL (Microsoft SQL, MySQL)

Job description

Location and Entry Requirements

Plano, TX, United States of America. U.S. Citizenship is required. Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued DoD Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Top Secret.

What You Will Do

• Design and develop data visualizations using tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or similar platforms to communicate insights effectively.
• Perform data analysis on large, complex data sets, generating actionable reports and recommendations.
• Utilize experience with various databases for data input, report generation, and data management.
• Apply machine learning algorithms for data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization.
• Implement data reduction, feature selection, and feature engineering techniques to provide metrics that support evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Automate processes to enhance efficiency and scalability in handling large datasets.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to communicate findings and address technical challenges.
• Conduct analysis at all phases of the system lifecycle, including concept, design, modeling, testing, operation, and maintenance.
• Interface with stakeholders, including customers, programming management, and senior leadership, to support data‑driven strategies.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Python development (numpy, scipy, scikit‑image, and scikit‑learn) for integration into statistical and/or machine learning applications (beyond academic examples).
• Databases management and SQL development.
• Experience with software development, including documentation, testing, bug tracking, version control, and MLOps.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued DoD Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with investigation within five years.
• Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM preferred).
• Programming languages and tools such as Python, scikit‑learn, Jupyter, SQL (Microsoft SQL, MySQL), Tableau, and R.
• Model Based Systems Engineering (Cameo Enterprise Architecture (SysML specifically), digital thread concepts, digital engineering, MBSE with DevSecOps).
• Diagnoses and resolve RF and system power issues MATLAB/Simulink, DOORS, DNG, Cameo, Jira, and Confluence.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

Salary

Salary range for this role is 68,900 USD – 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.