ME00644-Data Scientist 3

Momentumcareers; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

3 weeks PTO

Company-sponsored medical plan

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

STD/LTD

Job summary

Momentum Engineering, Inc. seeks a Data Scientist to provide advanced discovery support using machine learning, analytical prototyping, scripting, automation, data visualization, and TechSIGINT tools within mission-driven teams.

The ideal candidate will adapt to emerging tools, collaborate with analysts, engineers, and other technical personnel, and communicate findings with clear documentation.

Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph.
• Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, Associate’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with scripting and workflow automation.
• Experience with data analysis, statistical analysis, and visualization.
• Ability to develop analytical prototypes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in team and collaborative environments.
• Ability to adapt to new technical tools and mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced discovery and analytical support to mission stakeholders.
• Apply machine learning and statistical analysis techniques to complex mission data.
• Develop analytical prototypes, scripts, and automated workflows.
• Create data visualizations to communicate findings and identify patterns or trends.
• Use TechSIGINT tools to support discovery and analysis activities.
• Evaluate and rapidly adopt new analytical tools and technologies.
• Collaborate with analysts, engineers, and other technical personnel.
• Document analytical approaches, results, and recommendations.

Skills

Scripting

Workflow automation

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Machine learning

TechSIGINT tools

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Tools

Job description

Momentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long-term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.

Job Summary

• Seeking a Data Scientist to provide advanced discovery support using machine learning, analytical prototyping, scripting, automation, data visualization, statistical analysis, and TechSIGINT tools
• The ideal candidate will be adaptable to emerging tools and technologies and comfortable working in collaborative, mission-focused teams

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide advanced discovery and analytical support to mission stakeholders
• Apply machine learning and statistical analysis techniques to complex mission data
• Develop analytical prototypes, scripts, and automated workflows
• Create data visualizations to communicate findings and identify patterns or trends
• Use TechSIGINT tools to support discovery and analysis activities
• Evaluate and rapidly adopt new analytical tools and technologies
• Collaborate with analysts, engineers, and other technical personnel
• Document analytical approaches, results, and recommendations

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
• Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience, Associate\'s degree with 10 years of in-depth relevant experience that is clearly related to the position
• Experience with scripting and workflow automation
• Experience with data analysis, statistical analysis, and visualization
• Ability to develop analytical prototypes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in team and collaborative environments
• Ability to adapt to new technical tools and mission requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience as an analyst, targeteer, or in a discovery-focused role
• Machine learning experience
• TechSIGINT experience

Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.