Data Scientist

D&G is seeking a Data Scientist to support USSTRATCOM/J7 assessments across campaign, risk, operations, and Joint Force evaluation areas. This role enables campaign, risk, operations, and Joint Force assessments by integrating disparate data sources, applying predictive and statistical modeling, and producing high-quality analytic products that inform senior-leader decision-making. The Data Scientist builds scalable data pipelines, enhances assessment tools, and supports AI/ML-enabled decision analytics consistent with command priorities.

What You Will Do

• Integrate, analyze, and evaluate diplomatic, informational, military, and economic data to assess progress toward strategic deterrence and operational objectives.

• Develop and refine measurement criteria (MOEs/MOPs), scoring standards, and defensible assessment logic for formal reporting.

• Build structured, secure, scalable data systems and develop automated monitoring pipelines for intelligence, OSINT, diplomatic, and after-action data.

• Apply advanced statistical methods and machine-learning models to identify patterns, forecast outcomes, and uncover new trends.

• Develop dashboards, visualization tools, GUIs, and connectors that enhance decision-making and improve assessment workflows.

• Produce graduate-level written analyses, executive briefings, and clear, actionable reports for senior leaders.

• Support operations, campaign, risk, and Joint Force assessments by synthesizing trends, evaluating OAI (operations, activities, investments), and identifying cost-benefit impacts.

• Utilize AI/ML tools-including LLM text analytics-to augment analytic depth and accelerate assessment processes.

• Participate in boards, bureaus, centers, cells, and working groups as an analytic subject-matter expert.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of assessment tools, models, and methodologies.

• Other duties assigned by Program Manager

• Bachelor's degree or higher in data science, computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, applied physics, or related discipline.

• Minimum 7+ years of combined experience in data science, visualization, and database work.

• Expertise in:

• AI/ML modeling and statistical analysis

• LLM usage and text analytics

• Python for automation and data processing

• SQL and relational schema design

• Visualization using Tableau/Power BI

• Integration with commercial AI/ML platforms (Maven Smart Systems, Databricks, AWS SageMaker)

• Familiarity with API/RSS data ingestion and Agile team collaboration.

Clearance and Eligibility

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Competitive salary | Comprehensive benefits | 401(k) | Bonus and profit sharing | Flexible hours | Education reimbursement | Generous paid time off

Final Note

If you want to work for a company that cares about its people, contribute to a mission that truly matters, and be part of a team where you are valued for who you are as well as what you do, we would love to hear from you.

At D&G Solutions, people come first; our teammates, customers, and the communities we serve. We are one of the fastest growing companies in the Washington, DC area and proud to be recognized nationally as a Best Place to Work. As an 8(a), Service Disabled Veteran Owned, and Women Owned Small Business, we bring ownership, accountability, and care to everything we do. We also deeply believe in giving back and proudly support organizations such as Homes for Our Troops, SemperK9, and Wreaths Across America. Our teams are welcoming, collaborative, and deeply committed to mission success. We believe great work happens when people feel supported, respected, and trusted, and we work hard to create that environment every day.