Data Scientist - Senior

Astrion; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support the TMAS3_96TW Contract at Eglin AFB, FL. The role focuses on data analysis, modeling, and evaluation of weapon systems, flight test data, and performance metrics.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree with extensive experience, are eligible for a SECRET clearance, and have knowledge of flight test processes. Travel as needed; work with the Air Force Division to deliver timely insights and support test objectives.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for a SECRET clearance. Active SECRET clearance is desired. Must have U.S. Citizenship.
• Master’s degree in an applicable discipline with 10 years of experience or 18 years of experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, conducts, and coordinates high-priority planning and in-depth data analyses of major project assignments; Serves as consultant on weapon system effectiveness, performance, and analysis; Provides system performance/effectiveness analyses to support the development of new armament, sensor, and aircraft systems.
• Supports integrated flight testing of fighter aircraft (currently A-10, F16 and/or F15, on projects such as weapon system integration, aircraft software and hardware upgrades, targeting pods, and other similar systems).
• Assists in test planning and design process by identifying test data requirements, working with instrumentation engineers to establish how to collect required data to ensure data integrity, assist in collecting and/or downloading data, and reducing data in preparation for analysis.
• As necessary, participates in development and reviews test run cards, participates in program technical reviews, and attends mission briefs and debriefs. Supports test missions execution and conducts real-time quick look evaluation of test results.
• Post-mission, assists in obtaining and delivering data to appropriate agencies, participates in review of flight test data and videos, accomplishes data validation/verification to ensure data integrity and accuracy, identifies and/or coordinates flight test data analysis required for isolating test anomalies, and review flight test reports for anomaly investigation, technical solution development and coordination.
• Analyzes, identifies, and evaluates issues and coordinates recommendations to resolve substantive and critical problems and issues.

Skills

SECRET clearance

U.S. Citizenship

Data analysis

Test & evaluation

Flight test knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline

10+ years of experience or 18+ years of experience

Job description

Overview

DATA SCIENTIST - SENIOR

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL

JOB STATUS:Full-time

CLEARANCE:Secret

CERTIFICATION:

Flight Safety Course, Weapons School or Test Pilot School

TRAVEL: as needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Data Scientist for the TMAS3_96TW Contract, supporting the Air Force Division.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• *Must be eligible for a SECRET clearance. Active SECRET clearance is desired. Must have U.S. Citizenship*
• Master’s degree in an applicable discipline with 10 years of experience or 18 years of experience is required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Experience working with Operational or Developmental Test organizations is highly desired.
• Proficiency in the use and integration of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with range operations, safety, scheduling, and airspace use.
• Knowledge of Eglin-based flight test processes and procedures, especially Developmental Test and Evaluation’
• Flight Safety Course, Weapons School or Test Pilot School.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position supports the 40 FLTS at Eglin AFB, FL.
• Develops, conducts, and coordinates high-priority planning and in-depth data analyses of major project assignments; Serves as consultant on weapon system effectiveness, performance, and analysis; Provides system performance/effectiveness analyses to support the development of new armament, sensor, and aircraft systems.
• Supports integrated flight testing of fighter aircraft (currently A-10, F16 and/or F15, on projects such as weapon system integration, aircraft software and hardware upgrades, targeting pods, and other similar systems.
• Assists in test planning and design process by identifying test data requirements, working with instrumentation engineers to establish how to collect required data to ensure data integrity, assist in collecting and/or downloading data, and reducing data in preparation for analysis.
• As necessary, participates in development and reviews test run cards, participates in program technical reviews, and attends mission briefs and debriefs. Supports test missions execution and conducts real-time quick look evaluation of test results.
• Post-mission, assists in obtaining and delivering data to appropriate agencies, participates in review of flight test data and videos, accomplishes data validation/verification to ensure data integrity and accuracy, identifies and/or coordinates flight test data analysis required for isolating test anomalies, and review flight test reports for anomaly investigation, technical solution development and coordination.
• Analyzes, identifies, and evaluates issues and coordinates recommendations to resolve substantive and critical problems and issues.
• Develops analytical tools (mathematical models, equations, computer programs, and computer simulations) to model and analyze data. Assists in database management of test points, watch items, etc.
• Monitors similar test activities conducted by other agencies, identify opportunities to conduct integrated test activities.
• Occasional travel may be required. Typical works on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program.
• May oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally and possess technical writing skills. Must be able to work effectively as part of a test team.