Data Scientist

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Jr Data Scientist to fill a critical position on SAIC’s Prime Program, Landmark AOS located in Chantilly, VA. Landmark AOS supports the NRO’s Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED), which is responsible for the acquisition of systems over the complete end-to-end life cycle.

Responsibilities:

• Perform data processing and analysis tasks, working with test designers, statisticians, other data scientists to build datasets and create analytic products.
• Work with senior team members to perform statistical analyses to identify significant effects in novel experimental and operational datasets, including exploratory analyses.
• Implement data visualizations to facilitate a visual understanding of identified effects and differences for both technical and lay audiences.
• Contribute to writing customer reports and technical whitepapers.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Data Science, or a Quantitative Science, or similar degree, and two (2) years or more experience; Masters and 0 years related experience.
• Active Top Secret/SCI with the ability to get a Poly with the NRO
• Experience using Python or R for data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to convey findings to both technical and non-technical audiences in whitepapers or presentations.
• Strong understanding of parametric and non-parametric statistical methods.

Overview

SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.  We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.