Data Scientist with DoD Secret Clearance - Aviation T&E

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

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Data Scientist to join the Advanced Sensors Protective Technologies group, supporting airworthiness test and evaluation.

You will apply data analytics, statistical modeling, and software tools (MATLAB, Python, R) to test data, develop insights, and contribute to DoD programs.

The role requires experience with test and evaluation processes, DoD clearance, and the ability to travel ~25% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in data science, CS, or engineering with relevant experience.
• Proficiency in MATLAB; experience with Python or R a plus.
• Experience in data analysis, statistics, and modeling for DoD/aviation contexts.
• Active DoD Secret clearance and Huntsville, AL residency or willingness to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Compile, reduce, format, analyze, and present test data.
• Test and evaluate Aircraft Survivability Equipment systems.
• Apply flight testing principles to DoD hardware/software.
• Develop inputs for SEP/PPP/SOW and related documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers on test planning and analysis.
• Write code/scripts for post-processing and data analysis.
• Support Milestone documentation and engagement with OEM/government agencies.

Skills

Data analytics

Statistical analysis

MATLAB

Python

R

Communication skills

DoD clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, or engineering

4-8 years experience or Masters with 2-6 years

Tools

MATLAB

Python

R

Job description

Leidos in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Data Scientist to join the Advanced Sensors Protective Technologies group, supporting airworthiness test and evaluation.

You will apply data analytics, statistical modeling, and software tools (MATLAB, Python, R) to test data, develop insights, and contribute to DoD programs.

The role requires experience with test and evaluation processes, DoD clearance, and the ability to travel ~25% as needed.