Data Scientist; SME

Data Scientist (SME)

Job Location s: US-NE-Offutt AFB

Requisition :

Position Category:
Scientific, Research & Analysis

Clearance Required:

Top Secret/SCI

• Develop and implement data science solutions to support ISR operations and decision-making processes.
• Determine, create and populate optimal data architectures, structures, and systems.
• Apply machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and predictive analytics to solve mission-critical challenges.
• Design and maintain data pipelines, ensuring the efficient collection, processing, and storage of structured and unstructured data.
• Identify and address data quality issues, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of analytical outputs.
• Stay current with emerging data science technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance analytical capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with all security protocols, classification guidelines, and organizational policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Required Experience:
  
  Minimum 15 years of experience conducting analysis relevant to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.
• Required
  
  Education:
  
  Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, or bachelor’s degree and an additional 5 years of related expert experience (total of 20 years) as a substitute to the master’s degree.
• Technical Expertise:
  Proficiency in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or D3.js.
• Strong understanding of data engineering concepts, including ETL processes and database management.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for producing reports and presenting findings.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.
• Security Clearance:
  Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting the 55th Wing (55 WG) or similar ISR organizations.
• Knowledge of ISR operations and intelligence data sources.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Certifications such as Certified Data Scientist (CDS), AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty, or equivalent.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace.

The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit  to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$135,000 – $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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