Data Scientist

Data Scientist (E):

Bowhead seeks a Data Scientist with a strong background in data trend analysis to join our team supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), E Department.

• Applies mathematics, statistics, predictive modelling and machine learning techniques to discover meaningful patterns and knowledge in recorded data.
• Plans, designs, creates, amends, verifies, and documents new and amended software components in order to deliver agreed value to stakeholders.
• Building tools for data testing.
• Analyzes data with high volumes, velocities and variety (numbers, symbols, text, sound and image).
• Develops forward-looking, predictive, real-time, model-based insights to create value and drive or automate effective decision-making.
• Presents findings and data insights in creative ways to facilitate the understanding of data across a range of technical and non-technical audiences.
• Identifies, validates, and exploits internal and external data sets generated from a diverse range of processes.
• Manages data and information in all its forms and the analysis of information structure (including logical analysis of taxonomies, data and metadata).

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience in data science AND a minimum of 2 years of experience as described above. High-school diploma or equivalent required.
• Analytical skills relating to database management and development.
• Knowledge of relational database management systems and data warehousing.
• Experience to create reports and dashboards.
• Virtual Machine or AI experience highly preferred.
• Skill in writing and analyzing structured query language (SQL) queries.
• Coding and software development experience highly preferred.
• Experience and knowledge in mathematical reasoning.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing for required customer support and requirement gathering and validation.
• Knowledge of analytical tools and evaluation techniques.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior government customers.
• To receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English.

SECURITY

CLEARANCE REQUIRED:

Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.

• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.