Principal Data Scientist

Job Description

BAE Systems is looking for a dynamic individual, self-motivated, with data and computing modernization experience, to join our team as a Principal Data Scientist providing support to the United States Army Europe-Africa's (USAREUR) data and computing modernization efforts required to configure and integrate systems that support mission command decision‐making, enhance interoperability and C2 data sharing between US, NATO and coalition partners, and support the command’s concept for distributed command post operations.

Specific efforts include support to analyze, design, and deploy, advanced technology software modeling and simulation solutions to add capability and improve performance to the microelectronics-based Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Information Management (C4IM), intelligence collection and analysis, Command and Control (C2) logistical systems. The individual will provide technical, operational, and advisory services to enable the development of this advanced secure modeling and simulation capabilities for C4IM, intelligence collection and analysis, C2 and logistical responsibilities.

The Principal Data Scientist will research and enable processing of structured and unstructured data to derive patterns, trends, and correlations and to enable entity extraction, disambiguation, common operating picture solutions, visualization, and other data-related support. Implement improvements to data entity extraction, entity resolution, pattern extraction, link analysis, human and social-network links/connections, cloud online analytical processing, data frameworks, visualization support, and related algorithms. Create, modify, and maintain software capabilities that extract insight from data, to include information, software applications, machine learning models, automation, and other software components.

This position will be hybrid. Work locations will include Sterling, VA; Rockville, MD; Mount Laurel, NJ; Orlando, FL; Huntsville, AL. Other major BAE Systems work locations may also be considered.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Knowledge of DoD Acquisition Regulations
Experience to include classroom work with modeling and simulation
Previous experience supporting the United States Army Europe-Africa’s (USAREUR-AF) data and computing modernization efforts


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $115,779 - $196,825