Data Scientist

TaskVerse; United States; On-site; USD 129,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Disability, life, and accident保险

401(k) savings program

Capital Accumulation Plan

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Tuition assistance

Student debt benefit

Personal time off sell program

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness resources

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory seeks an experienced Data Scientist to support engineering quality data infrastructure and the QPI department. You will collaborate with software developers, database architects, data analysts, and fellow data scientists to advance strategic data initiatives and ensure reliable data delivery across projects.

This role may be based at Knolls or Bettis, combining hands-on data engineering and governance with leadership to guide data solutions across engineering quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science with extensive relevant experience.
• Master’s or Doctorate holders should have substantial related-experience as specified.
• Experience with data governance and data pipelines is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate across technical disciplines and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain large datasets and develop data pipelines for critical data systems.
• Lead and manage QPI data governance policies and tools; provide technical support for data engineering applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and partners to identify data needs and deliver consistent solutions across projects.
• Provide mentoring and training to colleagues within your area of responsibility.
• Develop experimental or analytical methods and define specifications for data analyses.
• Promote sound data practices to meet project and department needs.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related engineering or science

Master's degree in related field

Doctorate in related field

Tools

VBA

Python

R

Power Apps

Power Automate

Power BI

SharePoint

PrimeNet

NNPPNet

Job description

About The Company

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is a national asset dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. For more than 75 years, the Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained highly skilled operators to help ensure the safe and reliable operation of U.S. Navy submarines and aircraft carriers. NNL is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Its employees work across DOE facilities and other locations supporting the program.

About The Company

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is a national asset dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. For more than 75 years, the Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained highly skilled operators to help ensure the safe and reliable operation of U.S. Navy submarines and aircraft carriers. NNL is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Its employees work across DOE facilities and other locations supporting the program.

At NNL, our culture is grounded in Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. We take pride in contributing to a mission that depends on the dedication and innovation of engineers, scientists, technicians, and support professionals. Join an organization where your work supports the nation’s naval nuclear fleet and offers the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career.

About The Role

Engineering Quality is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to support the engineering quality data infrastructure and the data needs of the QPI department. In this role, you will work with stakeholders across QPI and the Laboratory, partnering with software developers, database architects, data analysts, and fellow data scientists. You will help advance strategic data initiatives and promote consistent, effective data delivery solutions across ongoing projects.

This position may be based at either the Knolls or Bettis location. The role combines hands‑on data engineering and analysis with governance, technical oversight, and leadership. You will help ensure that important datasets and applications are reliable, appropriately managed, and useful to the teams responsible for engineering quality.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related engineering or science field and at least nine years of relevant experience; a master’s degree in a related engineering or science field and at least seven years of relevant experience; or a doctorate in a related engineering or science field and at least three years of relevant experience.

Preferred qualifications include programming experience with VBA, Python, or R; familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI; and experience with SharePoint, including PrimeNet and NNPPNet. Candidates should be prepared to collaborate across technical disciplines, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and provide guidance to colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain large datasets and develop data pipelines that support critical data systems.
• Lead and manage QPI data governance policies and tools, and provide technical support and oversight for data engineering applications.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and technical partners to identify data needs, shape strategic initiatives, and deliver solutions that are consistent across projects and organizations.
• Provide technical and programmatic leadership within your area of responsibility, including mentoring and training employees.
• Develop original experimental or analytical methods, approaches, and procedures, and define specifications for data analyses.
• Promote sound data practices and help ensure that data solutions meet project and departmental needs.

Benefits

• NNL offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits
• disability, life, and accident insurance
• a 401(k) savings program and Capital Accumulation Plan
• and personal and medical time off.
• Additional programs include paid parental leave
• flexible work schedules
• tuition assistance for eligible employees
• a student debt benefit
• a personal time off sell program
• an Employee Assistance Program
• and wellness resources.

The annual pay range for this position is $129,300 to $206,100. Salary is determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, along with market and business considerations.

Equal Opportunity

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected for employment will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Fluor Marine Propulsion maintains a drug‑free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test in accordance with company policy and 10 CFR 707; testing includes marijuana, which remains a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.