Job Role: Senior Solutions Architect
City / State / Region: Washington, D.C. Metro Area
Location: Pentagon SCIF (Onsite - 100%)
Travel: Minimal (
Job Type: Full-Time
Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS) with ability to obtain SCI
Job Posting Estimated Close Date: July 30, 2026
Overview:INTECON is seeking a
Senior Data Science Consultant to support the U.S. Air Force A33B Mission Assurance Construct Support (MACS) program by leading advanced analytics initiatives, developing AI/ML-enabled decision support capabilities, and providing expert consultation on data science applications for Mission Assurance within a Pentagon SCIF environment.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead design, development, and implementation of advanced analytics and data science solutions within the Palantir Foundry platform
- Develop and deploy AI/ML models and algorithms to support Mission Assurance risk analysis, trend identification, and predictive analytics
- Evaluate and recommend automation and AI/ML techniques for course of action (COA) analysis and risk assessment
- Build and maintain analytical applications, dashboards, and decision support tools for senior Air Force leadership
- Provide expert consultation to Government stakeholders on data science best practices, methodologies, and emerging capabilities
- Develop data pipelines and analytical workflows supporting mission analysis, risk management, and assessment processes
- Conduct advanced statistical analysis and modeling to identify patterns, anomalies, and insights from Mission Assurance data
- Collaborate with mission analysts, data managers, and solutions architects to integrate data science capabilities into operational workflows
- Document analytical methodologies, model performance metrics, and validation approaches
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior data analysts and technical staff
- Support continuous improvement of analytical capabilities and identification of new data science opportunities
- Present complex analytical findings and recommendations to senior leadership in clear, actionable formats
Clearance Requirements:- Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI with caveats. U.S. Citizenship required.
Qualifications:- Master's degree (M.A. or M.S.) from an accredited institution in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related quantitative field
- Over 10 years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, or related technical roles
- Palantir Foundry Application Developer Certification (REQUIRED)
- Demonstrated experience developing and deploying AI/ML models in operational environments
- Proficiency with Python, R, or similar data science programming languages
- Experience with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, or similar)
- Strong statistical analysis and modeling skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts for senior leadership
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience supporting DoD or Air Force analytical programs or decision support systems
- Familiarity with Mission Assurance, risk management, or critical infrastructure analysis domains
- Experience with natural language processing (NLP) and text analytics
- Knowledge of DoD data standards and interoperability requirements
- Prior experience briefing O-6/GS-15 level and above
- Experience with cloud-based analytics platforms and distributed computing
- Certifications in data science or machine learning (e.g., AWS Machine Learning Specialty, Google Professional ML Engineer)
Benefits:- Comprehensive Group Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision) coverage
- Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Supplemental Plans Available
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Company-paid Training/Development Programs, and Educational Assistance Program
- Employee Assistance, Health Advocacy, and Financial Wellbeing Programs
