Data Scientist – DoD Secret, Aircraft Survivability

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama seeks a Data Scientist to support the Aircraft Survivability Equipment program within the PMO ASE. The role involves applying scientific methods to test planning and execution, data acquisition/analysis, and reporting to support fielding of ASE components.

Candidates should have DoD-relevant data analytics experience and a DoD security clearance. The position focuses on analyzing test data, developing models, and collaborating across software and hardware test

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, engineering, or related field with 4–8 years of experience, or Master's with 2–6 years.
• Proficiency in MATLAB; additional experience in Python or R.
• Experience with data analysis tools and software.
• Strong understanding of statistical analysis and modeling techniques.
• Knowledge of aviation systems and test methodologies.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to create and present briefs and technical documentation for senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• Must be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.
• Must be willing to travel ~25%.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate capability to compile, reduce, format, analyze, and present test data.
• Aircraft Survivability Equipment testing, including qualitative and quantitative assessment of sensors, jammers, software upgrades, and other ASEs.
• Apply flight testing principles to developmental and system qualification testing of DoD aircraft.
• Provide traceability from requirement to technical specifications.
• Contribute to test plans and procedures for hardware and software testing.
• Assist other engineers in test design, data analysis, and reporting of results.
• Write and maintain code/scripts used in post-processing and analysis of system under test performance.
• Support development of test and evaluation input into Milestone documentation (SEP, PPP, Systems Specification, PWS/SoW).
• Support test planning with OEM and Government Test Agencies for developmental and operational tests including LFTE.
• Participate in T&E WIPT sub-working groups such as LFTE, ASE, M&S.

Job description

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama seeks a Data Scientist to support the Aircraft Survivability Equipment program within the PMO ASE. The role involves applying scientific methods to test planning and execution, data acquisition/analysis, and reporting to support fielding of ASE components.

Candidates should have DoD-relevant data analytics experience and a DoD security clearance. The position focuses on analyzing test data, developing models, and collaborating across software and hardware test