Mission-Centric Data Scientist III | TS/SCI On-Site

Frey Consulting Group; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Data Systems seeks a Data Scientist III to support a mission-critical program in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on applying data science, ML, and data engineering to advanced S&T challenges. The ideal candidate is curious, capable of handling multi-source data, and skilled at turning complex data into actionable insights.

The position requires active TS/SCI with polygraph, U.S. citizenship, and on-site work at a client facility.

Qualifications

• BS with 8+ years of relevant experience; MS with 5+ years; PhD with 3+ years (or equivalent).
• Experience applying ML, statistics, and/or data mining to gain insights.
• Experience automating data pipelines, transformations, and databases/repositories.
• Experience supporting national security, defense, or IC missions.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with TS/SCI clearance w/ polygraph (required).
• Excellent ability to translate data into actionable intelligence and to report TRL/CTE tech readiness.

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize, and analyze multi-source data to drive mission objectives and quick-turn tasks.
• Aid in design and implementation of ML and data engineering techniques for S&T missions.
• Apply data collection and analysis tools to improve existing techniques and devise new ones.
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary environment while leading tasks on time and budget.
• Propose, develop, and execute creative data science solutions, including new data sources.
• Deliver thorough, polished work products with minor revisions.
• Manage expectations and deadlines in a fast-moving, agile environment.
• Maintain communication with co-located and dispersed team members.

Skills

Data science

Machine learning

Data engineering

Statistics

Data mining

Data pipelines

Communication

S&T data

Problem solving

Curiosity

National security

Education

BS in relevant field

MS in relevant field

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Smart Data Systems seeks a Data Scientist III to support a mission-critical program in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on applying data science, ML, and data engineering to advanced S&T challenges. The ideal candidate is curious, capable of handling multi-source data, and skilled at turning complex data into actionable insights.

The position requires active TS/SCI with polygraph, U.S. citizenship, and on-site work at a client facility.