Senior Data Scientist

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies in Patuxent Highland is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead the development of advanced analytics for the Technical Project Support Services contract. You will oversee data mining and patterns from complex datasets and guide reporting efforts to ensure insights are communicated effectively.

The ideal candidate should have at least ten years of experience, possess a Master's degree or equivalent experience, and have the ability to maintain a Secret security clearance. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in data science or related field.
• Strong skills in data-related programming languages and visualization software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data mining, modeling, and analysis of large datasets.
• Guide visualization and reporting of data findings.
• Create dynamic data reports for decision-making.
• Support junior staff and enhance project outcomes.

Skills

Data mining

Data modeling

Natural language processing

Machine learning

Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Master's degree or Bachelor's with 4 additional years

Job description

Senior Data Scientist (TPSS)

Bowhead is seeking a Senior Data Scientist for the upcoming Technical Project Support Services (TPSS) contract in Patuxent, MD. TPSS supports the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Webster Outlying Field (WOLF) in delivering mission‑critical systems and services. The effort provides a wide range of technical, project management, engineering, logistics, training, and administrative support for air, ship, shore, expeditionary, and surveillance systems that directly support warfighter operations.

The Senior Data Scientist leads the development and implementation of advanced techniques and analytics applications to transform raw data into actionable insights using data‑oriented programming languages and visualization software.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the application of data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets.
• Guides the visualization, interpretation, and reporting of data findings, ensuring clear communication of insights.
• May also oversee the creation of dynamic data reports to support strategic decision‑making.
• Supports and guides junior staff and collaborates with senior team members in applying analytical techniques and methodologies to enhance project outcomes.

Qualifications

• At least ten (10) years of experience and a master’s degree or bachelor’s degree plus four (4) additional years of experience may be substituted for a Master’s.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Security Clearance

Must maintain a Secret level clearance. US Citizenship is required for a Secret clearance at this location.