Data Scientist Journeyman

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT); United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Full flex work weeks where possible

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Travel insurance and other protections

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking a Data Scientist Journeyman to turn data into measurable outcomes for defense challenges. You will develop and deploy AI/ML models, supporting forecasting, classification, and anomaly detection, with emphasis on secure DoD-compliant workflows.

You will collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, implement MLOps using MLflow, DVC, Kubeflow, and containerize models for on-prem and edge environments such as Jetson.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a related technical field.
• DoD Directive 8140 compliant certification.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Strong experience with Python and major open-source ML libraries.
• Expertise in data management for large-scale data systems.
• Ability to translate requirements into analytics for CI/CD and cloud solutions.
• Experience deploying models in air-gapped or on-prem environments with Docker/Kubernetes/Podman.
• Hands-on knowledge of MLOps toolchains and secure DevSecOps practices.
• Experience with model optimization/conversion for edge deployment.
• Proven ability to work in classified DoD environments with data security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and train AI/ML models for forecasting, classification, anomaly detection, and autonomous behavior.
• Deploy and operationalize models with containerized tech for on-prem and edge environments.
• Design edge-compatible ML solutions for low-power/disconnected scenarios.
• Lead MLOps using MLflow, DVC, Kubeflow, and Git for reproducibility and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with data scientists, DevSecOps, engineers, and analysts to align models with requirements.
• Enable real-time sensor integration delivering actionable results with minimal delay.
• Ensure data security and DoD-aligned data handling and tagging practices.

Skills

AI

Development Design

Machine Learning

Modeling

Education

Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Scikit-learn

Docker

Kubernetes

MLflow

DVC

Kubeflow

Git

ONNX

TensorRT

OpenVINO

Job description

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Development Design, Machine Learning (ML), Modeling
Certifications:
None
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Own your opportunity to turn data into measurable outcomes for our customers’ most complex challenges. As a Data Scientist Journeyman at GDIT, you’ll power innovation to drive mission impact and grow your expertise to power your career forward.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Use of open-source tools and platform for developing and deploying AI/ML models at scale.
• Deliver operational insights, automate mission workflows, and apply machine intelligence to high-priority defense challenges.

HOW A DATA SCIENTIST WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and Train AI/ML Models Create supervised, unsupervised, and deep learning models using open-source libraries (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn) to support forecasting, classification, anomaly detection, and autonomous system behavior.
• Deploy and Operationalize Models Package and deliver models via containerized technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes) for execution in on-premise and edge environments (e.g., Jetson, rugged laptops).
• Design Edge-Compatible ML Solutions Build lightweight, optimized models for low-power or disconnected environments; support fielded capabilities requiring minimal compute and latency.
• Lead MLOps Implementation Use tools such as MLflow, DVC, Kubeflow, and Git for model versioning, reproducibility, and secure lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with Multi-Disciplinary Teams Partner with data scientists, DevSecOps teams, engineers, and analysts to align model development with operational requirements, and support AI integration into mission workflows.
• Enable Real-Time Sensor Integration Develop models that consume real-time data from local sensors, devices, or systems (e.g., video, radar, comms), delivering actionable results with minimal delay.
• Ensure Data Security and Compliance Engineer AI pipelines that adhere to DoD security, encryption, and data handling standards, including tagging, metadata management, and retention policies.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Data Scientist Journeyman must have:

• Education: Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field.
• Certification: Compliant with DoD Directive 8140
• Experience: 3+ years of related experience
• Required skills: Strong experience with Python, open-source ML libraries (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, XGBoost, LightGBM), and scientific computing frameworks.
• Expertise in Data Management best practices, design and engineering for large-scale data systems
• Ability to translate end‑user’s high‑level requirements into detailed analytics to be processed in SIEM, AI/ML custom and cloud‑managed solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to deploy models in air‑gapped or on‑prem environments, using Docker/Kubernetes/Podman.
• Hands‑on knowledge of MLOps toolchains (MLflow, DVC, Kubeflow), version control (Git), and secure DevSecOps principles.
• Experience with model optimization and conversion (e.g., ONNX, TensorRT, OpenVINO) for tactical and edge deployment.
• Proven ability to work in classified or secure DoD environments, following cybersecurity and data stewardship protocols.
• Experience integrating models into CI/CD pipelines, analytics platforms, or decision support tools.

• Desired Skills: Experience with edge AI hardware (NVIDIA Jetson, Coral TPU, rugged ARM/x86 systems).
• Knowledge of NLP, computer vision, or reinforcement learning techniques applied to defense.
• Familiarity with Apache Spark, Hadoop, and distributed data frameworks.
• Background in real‑time messaging protocols (e.g., MQTT, ZeroMQ, ROS) for edge‑to‑core communication.
• Familiarity with USCENTCOM operational data systems, networks, and mission requirements.
• Understanding of DoD AI/ML strategies, ethical AI standards, and responsible deployment principles.

• Security clearance level: Secret with ability to obtain Top Secret
• US citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace

The likely salary range for this position is $97,750 - $132,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

T elecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA FL MacDill AFB

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans