Data Scientist (Multiple Levels)

Modern Technology Solutions Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a highly experienced Data Scientist (Multiple Levels) to provide Systems Engineering, Integration, & Test (SEIT) support to the United States Space Force (USSF) Operational Command and Control (C2) Acquisition Delta responsible for developing software and the supporting architecture for the organize, understand, plan, decide, direct, and monitor capabilities within the C2 Joint Capability Areas (JCAs). This position is located in Colorado Springs, CO.

Job responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

• Leading data analytics efforts and ensuring alignment with 2STS objectives and vision.
• Overseeing the development and integration of data analytics and business intelligence tools to support squadron strategies and goals.
• Participating in various staff meetings to influence data capabilities and competencies within the squadron.
• Collaborating with customers to refine analytical requirements dynamically in an iterative, agile process.
• Conducting research on cutting-edge data science innovations and adapting them for government environments.
• Developing proposals to test hypotheses, prioritizing research projects, and establishing project goals.
• Performing data management tasks and activities required for operational success.
• Access data from different repositories through scripting or APIs to integrate data and present the data to leadership through data visualization tools.
  
  

Required Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of data science experience.
• Proficiency in data science techniques to conceptualize, adapt, and apply new models for solving complex problems.
• Knowledge of DoD or private sector business systems, big data analytics, data pipelines, machine learning, Artificial Intelligence, cognitive sciences, and operational strategies.
• Advanced skill in articulating and defending complex concepts, often with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong ability to negotiate and secure executive support for challenging program concepts.
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams consisting of industry, academic, and government experts.
• Expertise in extracting actionable insights using data analytics methods aligned with squadron requirements.
• Experience in the following application frameworks:
• Microsoft Office products to include: SharePoint, Word, Excel, MS Project.
• Adobe Acrobat.
• Confluence and Jira.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
• Extremely motivated individual who is a self-starter and works well in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable working, interfacing, and interrelating with diverse personnel and dynamic teams.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, specifically attention to detail, along with effective time and project management skills.
• Experience with presenting and communicating technical data to various audiences (government and leadership audience experience preferred).
• Willingness to mentor colleagues.
  
  

Education Requirements

• B.S. in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Operations Research, or Computer Science (required).
• M.S. in Computer Science (desired).
  
  

Security Clearance Level Required

• An active TS/SCI security clearance is required to start.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
  
  

Location / Travel Requirements:

• Place of work is the Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, CO. This role is hybrid (on-site/telework).
• May require travel up to 15% of the time within the continental United States.
  
  

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $150,000/year to $185,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors.

Compensation is competitive and may be adjusted for candidates with exceptional qualifications or expertise, including those at the SME level, with potential earnings up to $230,000/year.

MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.

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