Senior Data Scientist, SSC/S37.

Space Systems Command; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Systems Command in Los Angeles, CA seeks a Senior Data Scientist for SSC/S37 (NH-1560-03, GS 12/13 equivalent) in a term position not to exceed three years. The role applies data science, statistics, modeling, and quantitative methods to workforce planning, development, and decision-making.

The ideal candidate plans and conducts complex analyses, develops data-driven recommendations for leadership, and mentors junior staff while presenting findings clearly in reports and briefings.

Qualifications

• Experience performing complex data science and workforce analytics.
• Ability to plan analytical studies and define data requirements.
• Experience compiling and analyzing data from multiple sources.
• Ability to present technical findings to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Apply data science methods to workforce planning.
• Develop workforce metrics, dashboards, and reports.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across teams.

Skills

Data science principles

Statistical analysis

Quantitative methods

Workforce analytics

Data visualization

Education

Degree in Mathematics/Statistics/CS/Data Science

Job description

Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Los Angeles Air Force Base, CA is searching for a Senior Data Scientist to support SSC/S37 (NH-1560-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). This is a term position not to exceed 3 years.

Description

• The Data Scientist - S&E Workforce Development Specialist supports the Space Systems Command Science and Engineering workforce by applying data science, statistical analysis, modeling, and quantitative methods to workforce planning, development, and decision-making.
• The incumbent independently plans and carries out assignments, develops solutions to highly complex workforce and organizational problems, analyzes and interprets study findings, and provides data-driven recommendations to S&E leadership. The employee may also provide technical guidance to junior team members performing related analytical work.

Qualifications

• To qualify for this NH-1560-03 Data Scientist position, applicants must possess experience and professional knowledge sufficient to independently perform complex data science, quantitative analysis, workforce analytics, and organizational studies.

Qualifying Experience May Include

• Applying data science principles, statistical methods, mathematical techniques, and quantitative analysis to complex organizational, operational, technical, or workforce problems.
• Planning and conducting analytical studies, including defining objectives, identifying data requirements, selecting appropriate methods, evaluating alternatives, and developing conclusions.
• Compiling, cleaning, organizing, processing, and analyzing data from multiple sources.
• Developing and applying statistical, mathematical, simulation, or forecasting models.
• Using trend analysis, probability, sampling methods, quantitative techniques, or other analytical methods to identify relationships and predict future conditions.
• Working with incomplete, inconsistent, or conflicting data and developing appropriate analytical assumptions or methodologies.
• Developing workforce metrics, dashboards, reports, visualizations, models, or other analytical products for leadership decision-making.
• Performing workforce planning, workforce analytics, staffing analysis, skills analysis, retention analysis, succession planning, or other human-capital related analytical work.
• Evaluating programs, policies, processes, or organizational performance using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Developing recommendations based on analytical findings and presenting conclusions to leadership or technical stakeholders.
• Participating in complex studies, special projects, or research initiatives.
• Preparing technical reports, briefings, memoranda, correspondence, and other documentation explaining analytical findings.
• Communicating complex analytical concepts and conclusions clearly, both orally and in writing.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

The successful candidate should possess:

• Professional knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts, and practices of data science sufficient to apply scientific methods and techniques to analyze systems, processes, workforce conditions, and organizational problems.
• Knowledge of mathematics sufficient to conduct quantitative studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence communicating analytical findings and recommendations.
• Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply analytical models to resolve problems and clarify alternative solutions.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply data science methods and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend solutions to senior analysts and leadership.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, identify significant factors and relationships, gather relevant data, and develop viable solutions.
• Ability to plan and organize analytical work and collaborate effectively with co-workers, leadership, functional specialists, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to translate complex workforce data into clear, actionable information for senior leadership.
• Ability to develop and present technical reports and briefings that clearly explain methods, findings, limitations, conclusions, and recommendations.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position.
• May occasionally be required to work irregular duty hours to include overtime and/or emergency overtime.
• Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "Unscheduled Telework".
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assign.
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.
• This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.
• PCS is not authorized. Incentive is not authorized.
• This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.

Additional Information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.

Applicants in a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.