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# DATA SCIENTIST

- **Company:** Ignite, LLC
- **Location:** San Antonio, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Governance, Data Integration, Data Systems, Document-Oriented Databases, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Data Processing, Information Technology, Data Analytics
- **Published:** May 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=95cde6635d4f19c9

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Systems integration?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance.

 * Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.

 * Minimum of 8 years of experience in data science, analytics, or related disciplines.

 * Minimum of 5 years of experience with software development lifecycle and methodologies.

 * Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.

 * Strong knowledge of statistical analysis, machine learning algorithms, and data manipulation techniques.

 * Experience developing data models and integrating data from multiple sources.

Preferred Skills:

 * Experience with EMS data or military electronic warfare systems.

 * Familiarity with DoD data governance and security policies, including DoDI 8320.02.

 * Experience delivering data solutions for military or government customers.

## Description

Ignite is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to support data analytics, machine learning, and EMS data refinement in support of the Joint Electromagnetic Warfare Center (JEWC). This position focuses on refining, integrating, and presenting EMS data from multiple sources, developing machine-readable export capabilities, and creating dynamic software models to enhance electromagnetic spectrum operations., * Lead efforts to refine and validate data housed in the EMS repository by identifying and addressing informational gaps, correcting errors, and ensuring data consistency and accuracy.

 * Structure EMS data in a hierarchical format, linking unit, platform, and equipment EMS parameters to ensure operational relevance.

 * Develop and document data integration and gap analysis processes in compliance with DoDI 8320.02 and applicable DoD data governance standards.

 * Enable EMS data export in machine-readable formats such as JSON or through APIs, ensuring proper documentation of export functionality and adherence to dissemination controls.

 * Develop and validate dynamic software models of EMS systems with both geospatial and non-geospatial representations.

 * Provide documentation detailing data sources, model development, validation processes, and system integration activities.

 * Collaborate with technical teams, engineers, and operational SMEs to ensure EMS data products meet mission needs.


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