Data Scientist- Nuclear Nonproliferation R&D
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values, and behaviors.
This position will support the Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Office of Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation R&D (DNN R&D). As a
Data Scientist (Project Engineer - Big Data Mining and Artificial Intelligence)
you will apply the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems.
Work Model
This is a full-time position based in Crystal City, VA, Chantilly, VA, Albuquerque, NM, or El Segundo, CA, offering a Hybrid work model that combines 3-4 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as business needs allow.
What You'll Be Doing
The NNSA team seeks a creative and enthusiastic DataScientistto join a diverse team of engineers, data scientists, and programmers with a passion for researching, prototyping, understanding, and building AI and data enabled tools across the space enterprise.
Advising, prototyping, and integrating data science and AI technologies.
Establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with key stakeholders
Working on teams spanning various disciplines, experience levels, and organizational boundaries.
Spearheading cutting-edge applied research and development efforts
Helping to shape AI strategy, roadmaps, research priorities, and investment decisions
Evaluating technologies and data science models for use in scalable and resilient mission-critical applications
Building and leading innovative teams to develop ML algorithms and application prototypes
Presenting written and verbal results to customer stakeholders and the larger aerospace community
Reinforcing an environment of learning and progress with team members and colleagues
Maintaining current working knowledge in data science and AI as well as foundational skills in relevant domains, such as physics, math, and/or software engineering
Developing a deep understanding of government systems and government missions.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in STEM with emphasis in Data Science, Computer Science,Electrical or Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related field(s)
6 or more years of professional experience as a data scientist, machine learning engineer, or AI/ML researcher in any domain
Experience with applied AI
Software development skills including familiarity with machine learning and deep learning libraries in Python
Experience with and understanding of software engineering concepts (algorithms, data structures, DevOps, version control, coding standards, etc.)
Experience with and understanding of machine learning and artificial intelligence, software engineering, and statistics
Proven ability to take initiative and successfully complete tasks, lead complex technical projects, and collaborate effectively.
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Advanced degree in STEM with emphasis in Data Science, Computer Science,Electrical or Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related field(s)
Experience in leading large sets of diverse teams to accomplish difficult applied AI goals in US Government applications
Demonstrated ability to efficiently deliver analysis and insights using compelling data visualizations to broad audiences from data that is often large, unstructured, or unprocessed
Experience in software engineering and machine learning development best practices(e.g.code, model, and data set version control, experiment tracking and reproduction)
Demonstrated contributions to open-source software repositories (github, kaggle, etc.)
Experience with containerization platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) and deploying ML models within applications or on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)
Active security clearance
Experience in supporting Nuclear Security Administration, Weapons Labs, or Department of Defense Nuclear Enterprise.
We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max)
$117,300 - $175,900 Pay Basis: Annual
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.
A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of , , (including , childbirth, and related medical conditions), , , or expression, ,,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, , protected veteran status, physical , medical condition, mental , or status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal,as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.