Data Scientist-Junior

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$68K — $92K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in data science is preferred but under 3 years is acceptable with demonstrated skills.
  • Proficient in artificial intelligence techniques and machine learning methods.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with GitHub and GitLab.
  • Experience with statistical methods and data visualization techniques.
  • US Citizenship and active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility are mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret complex data to identify patterns and trends that inform decision-making.
  • Develop data-driven solutions to moderate business challenges.
  • Utilize advanced tools to analyze and interpret data effectively.
  • Evaluate new data sources and data gathering techniques for effectiveness.
  • Perform predictive modeling to enhance customer experiences and business outcomes.
  • Identify opportunities for leveraging company data in innovative ways.
  • Develop and apply machine learning tools to monitor model performance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental plan options, including health savings accounts.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Flexible work weeks to promote work/life balance.
  • Generous paid time off policies including vacation and holidays.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and critical illness protection.
Full Job Description
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Data Science and Data Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Artificial Intelligence Techniques, GitHub, GitLab, Machine Learning Methods, Python (Programming Language)
Certifications:
None
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

YOUR IMPACT

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of War's mission to keep our country safe and secure.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Data Scientist will support the USSOCOM Intelligence Data Science Team (IDST) Program and will directly support the MARSOC G2 IDST team located at Stone Bay Marine Base, Camp Lejeune, NC.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Data Scientist on the MARSOC IDST Team, you will be responsible for interpreting complex data to identify patterns, trends, and insights that inform decision-making and solve business challenges in direct support of the MARSOC Intelligence Directorate (G2). They leverage statistical methods, machine learning, and data visualization techniques to transform raw data into actionable strategies.

JOB DUTIES (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):
  • Contribute to completion of routine technical tasks.
  • May develop data-driven solutions to business challenges of moderate
  • Utilize advanced tools and computational skills to interpret, connect, predict, and
    make discoveries in data.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and gathering
    techniques.
  • May use predictive modeling to increase and optimize customer experiences,
    efficiencies, process improvements, and other business outcomes.
  • May assist with identifying opportunities for leveraging company data to drive
    business solutions.
  • May develop processes and machine learning based tools to monitor and analyze
    model performance and data accuracy.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.


REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Basic familiarity with Windows or Linux commands
  • Basic familiarity with one or more programming languages (Java, C++, Python, R, REACT, etc.).
  • Basic familiarity with Machine Learning, RPA, and AI
  • Basic familiarity in Agile Development and Git Operations.
  • Demonstrated experience applying data science methods to real-world data problems.


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
  • Clearance: Current DoW TOP SECRET clearance with SCI Eligibility.
  • Experience: 0-3 years of related experience.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
  • Certifications: N/A
  • Role requirements: On-site.
  • Due to US Government Contract Requirements, only US Citizens are eligible for this role


The likely salary range for this position is $68,581 - $92,785. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA NC Jacksonville

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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