Data Scientist

Ardent Principles, Inc

$130K — $260K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
  • Experience in two or more core disciplines: business analytics, statistics, data verification and validation, data visualization
  • Proficient in Tableau, Tableau Prep Builder, Python, SQL, and Excel
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Self-starter with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Apply qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods to business problems
  • Create data visualization mockups and prototypes
  • Interpret data models and work with various data sources
  • Translate customer requirements into project specifications
  • Transform and manipulate data using Python
  • Utilize Tableau for data visualization
  • Document work processes and effectively demonstrate products to audiences.

Benefits

  • Highly Competitive Salary
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Dedicated Training Budget
  • 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance
  • 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match
  • 11 Paid Government Holidays
  • Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance
Full Job Description
Data Scientist

Application Deadline: 4 September 2026

Department: Data Analysis and Technology Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chantilly, VA

Compensation: $130,000 - $260,000 / year

Description

REQUIRED: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION: Full-time, onsite in Chantilly, VA

We are seeking a highly capable Data Scientist who excels at turning complex data into clear, actionable insight. The ideal candidate brings experience in two or more core disciplines-business analytics, statistics, data verification and validation, or data visualization-and applies both qualitative and quantitative methods to real-world business analytics problems. This role requires proficiency in Tableau, Tableau Prep Builder, Python, SQL, and Excel, along with the ability to transform, manipulate, and combine data from diverse sources and structures.

Key Responsibilities

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
  • Working within two or more of the following disciplines:
    • a. Business analytics
    • b. Statistics
    • c. Data verification and validation
    • d. Data visualization
  • Applying qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods to business analytics problems.
  • Creating data visualization mockups, prototypes of visualizations, documenting work processes and effectively demonstrating products to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Interpreting data models and working with a variety of data sources and structures.
  • Translating customer requirements into project or system specifications.
  • Using Tableau.
  • Transforming, manipulating, and combining data using a programming language, such as Python.
  • Using a data preparation tool, such as Tableau Prep Builder.
  • Using Excel and SQL.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Self-starter with the ability to decompose ambiguous problems into actionable plans.


Highly Desired Qualifications

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
  • Working with data derived from technical missions, taskings, collection, processing, analysis, or dissemination.
  • Using visualization tools, such as Jupyter, Visio, SharePoint, or Confluence.
  • Working with APIs.
  • Using GitHub, or similar version control systems.
  • Using Python or R.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or Information Systems or 4 years of relevant data analysis experience within the IC or military.


What We Offer You
  • Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
  • Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
  • 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
  • 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
  • 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
  • 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
  • Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!

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