Senior Data Scientist

US Space Systems Command; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

US Space Systems Command seeks a Senior Data Scientist to support the U.S. Space Force at Los Angeles Air Force Base.

This onsite role with Space Systems Command Science and Engineering applies data science, statistical analysis, modeling, and quantitative methods to workforce planning, development, and decision-making. The position is a term appointment not to exceed 3 years, with a salary range of USD 104,349 to 161,313 per year.

Qualifications

• Must have advanced knowledge in data science and quantitative methods.
• Experience with statistical analysis and modeling for workforce analytics.
• Ability to translate complex analyses into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Apply data science and quantitative methods to workforce planning and decision-making.
• Independently design and execute analyses on complex workforce problems.
• Provide actionable, data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Guide junior team members on analytical work.

Skills

Data science

Statistical analysis

Modeling

Quantitative methods

Education

Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/Data Science degree

Job description

Support mission-critical workforce decisions as a Senior Data Scientist with the U.S. Space Force at Los Angeles Air Force Base. In this onsite role with Space Systems Command Science and Engineering, you will apply data science, statistical analysis, modeling, and quantitative methods to help workforce planning, development, and decision-making. The position is a term appointment not to exceed 3 years, with a salary range of USD 104,349 to 161,313 per year (NH-1560-03).

As part of the Science and Engineering workforce development function, you will independently design and execute analytical work on highly complex workforce and organizational problems, turning findings into actionable recommendations for S&E leadership.

What you’ll do

• Serve as the Data Scientist - S&E Workforce Development Specialist by applying data science and quantitative methods to workforce planning, development, and organizational decision-making.
• Independently plan and carry out assignments, developing solutions to highly complex workforce and organizational challenges.
• Analyze and interpret study findings and provide data-driven recommendations to S&E leadership.
• Provide technical guidance to junior team members conducting related analytical work.

Required qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• Experience and professional knowledge sufficient to independently perform complex data science, quantitative analysis, workforce analytics, and organizational studies.
• Degree in Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, or a directly related field.
• Willingness to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations.
• Occasional irregular duty hours may be required, including overtime and/or emergency overtime.
• Situational telework is eligible only as determined by agency policy, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
• Travel may be required by military or commercial aircraft for TDY assignments, approximately 15 days per year (TDY).

Additional job details

• Location: Los Angeles, CA (onsite)
• Work schedule: Full-time
• Travel required: 25% or less (travel may be expected)
• Telework: Eligible as determined by agency policy (remote job: No)
• PCS: Not authorized
• Incentive: Not authorized
• Drug test: Yes
• Security clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information; Background check type: National security
• Position sensitivity and risk: Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk
• Testing Designated Position (TDP): Designated under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program
• Competitive Service: Federal service type: Competitive Service
• Union: Not represented by a union
• Announcement/control: SF-FY27-6E-NH-1560-3-SPLASH; Control number 888814200

How applications are evaluated

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications and the related Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). Final determinations will be assessed using OPM’s General Schedule Qualifications Standards for the series and grade. Interviews may be conducted if your application is identified as qualifying.

Benefits

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package for federal employees, with eligibility depending on the type of position held (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).

Application requirements

• Resume: May not exceed two pages; font size not smaller than 10 pts; no photographs or inappropriate content; do not include personal information such as age, gender, religion, or social security number.
• Resume must include personal information, education, work experience (including detailed duties and accomplishments, employer details, supervisor contact, start/end dates, hours per week, salary if applicable), and other qualifications.
• College transcripts if applicable.
• If education is used to meet qualification requirements, transcripts must reflect education accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.