Senior AI/ML Data Scientist for Intelligence Ops

Leidos LLC; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 107,900 - 195,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Retirement

Paid Leave

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Leidos in Hampton, VA seeks a mission-focused Sr. Data Scientist to support intelligence work at Joint Base Langley–Eustis. You will design and deploy ML models, mentor analysts, and drive data-driven decisions for AFSCI-related tasks.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, a Master’s with 10+ years (or equivalent experience) and strong Python/R skills. Expect collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams and a commitment to ethical AI practices.

Qualifications

• Design/implement ML models and AI algorithms to solve operational challenges.
• Experience with data mining, analytics, and statistical methods.
• Proficient in Python and/or R; familiar with ML toolkits.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, train, and deploy ML models and AI algorithms for operational intelligence tasks.
• Continuously monitor, test, and refine deployed models to ensure accuracy and reduce bias.
• Provide hands-on training to analysts on AI/ML frameworks and outputs.
• Mentor analysts on interpreting AI outputs and refining workflows.
• Support data modeling, data coalescence, and data visualization.

Skills

ML model design

Data mining

Analytical algorithms

Programming

Data science

Education

Master's degree +10+ years

Bachelor's +15+ years

Tools

Python

R

ML toolkits

Job description

Leidos in Hampton, VA seeks a mission-focused Sr. Data Scientist to support intelligence work at Joint Base Langley–Eustis. You will design and deploy ML models, mentor analysts, and drive data-driven decisions for AFSCI-related tasks.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, a Master’s with 10+ years (or equivalent experience) and strong Python/R skills. Expect collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams and a commitment to ethical AI practices.