Data Scientist-Mid

gdit; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron EagleX (IEX), a subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology, seeks a Data Scientist-Mid to join the Intelligence Data Science Team at SOCCENT, MacDill AFB, Florida. You will work on defense and intelligence programs applying data science and ML techniques in a high-safety environment.

The role emphasizes building data-driven solutions, evaluating sources, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve operational outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, statistics, engineering, data science, or related field.
• 5-8 years of related experience, including academic or internship data science work.
• DoW TS/SCI clearance required; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects.
• Develop data-driven solutions to complex business challenges.
• Utilize advanced tools to interpret, connect, predict data insights.
• Evaluate new data sources and gathering techniques.
• Use predictive modeling to improve customer experience and processes.
• Work with stakeholders to leverage company data for solutions.
• Develop ML-based tools to monitor model performance and data accuracy.
• Coach and review less experienced professionals.

Skills

Data Science

Git

Python

Education

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

Tools

PostgreSQL

Hive

Trino

Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Data Science and Data Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Data Science, Git, Python (Programming Language)

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

YOUR IMPACT:

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

OUR COMPANY:

Iron EagleX (IEX), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), delivers agile IT and Intelligence solutions. Combining small-team flexibility with global scale, IEX leverages emerging technologies to provide innovative, user-focused solutions that empower organizations and end users to operate smarter, faster, and more securely in dynamic environments.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

The Data Scientist-Mid will support Defense & Intelligence Programs at Special Operations Command-Central (SOCCENT) located at MacDill AFB, FL in the Intelligence Data Science Team.

JOB DUTIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects.
• Develop data-driven solutions to complex business challenges.
• Utilizes advanced tools and computational skills to interpret, connect, predict, and make discoveries in data.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and gathering techniques.
• Use predictive modeling to increase and optimize customer experience, efficiencies, process improvements, and other business outcomes.
• Work with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions.
• May develop processes and machine learning based tools to monitor and analyze model performance and data accuracy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• May coach and review the work of less experienced professionals.
• Works independently under general supervision

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Python and Bash, including API development and data manipulation.
• Familiarity with SQL and large-scale systems such as PostgreSQL, Hive, or Trino.
• Basic understanding of ML concepts and familiarity with Flask or FastAPI.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Clearance: Current DoW TS/SCI Clearance required.
• Experience: 5-8 years of related experience, including academic or internship-based data science work.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
• Certifications: None required; cloud or ML-related certifications preferred.
• Role requirements: On-Site 5 days
• Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role

IEX/GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At IEX/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

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY:

Explore a career at IEX/GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results. #iexjobs

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

The likely salary range for this position is $116,875 - $158,125. 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%

Telecommuting 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.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans