Mission-Focused Data Scientist (Onsite, TS/SCI)

Mitre Corporation; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE Corporation seeks an Intermediate Data Scientist to turn large DOJ sponsor datasets into insights and actionable recommendations. You will perform hands-on coding and data analysis, develop reproducible analyses, and present findings to guide sponsor decisions.

In this role, you will work under senior staff, build visualizations and models, and contribute to mission-driven challenges at the intersection of operations and AI. On-site presence is required with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a technical field (data science, CS, stats, math, eng) is required.
• Foundational experience using Python for data analysis demonstrated via coursework, internships, or projects.
• Familiarity with SQL and relational databases.
• Understanding of basic statistical concepts and methods for exploring and interpreting data.
• Clear communication of analytical findings through writing, visuals, and presentations.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain reproducible analyses and documentation.
• Ability to collaborate, take feedback, and work under guidance of experienced staff.
• Ability to obtain accounts on sponsor networks and meet on-site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Understand sponsor needs and translate questions into focused analytical tasks.
• Use Python, SQL, and related tools to access, clean, combine, and analyze large datasets.
• Explore data to identify patterns and opportunities to improve sponsor capabilities.
• Apply statistical methods and develop models to support recommendations.
• Create visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings clearly.
• Prepare reports and presentations that explain evidence behind recommendations.
• Maintain organized code and document data sources and analytical methods with version control.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analysis

Power BI

Git

Education

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

Tools

Power BI

Job description

MITRE Corporation seeks an Intermediate Data Scientist to turn large DOJ sponsor datasets into insights and actionable recommendations. You will perform hands-on coding and data analysis, develop reproducible analyses, and present findings to guide sponsor decisions.

In this role, you will work under senior staff, build visualizations and models, and contribute to mission-driven challenges at the intersection of operations and AI. On-site presence is required with occasional travel.