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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - **Company:** AeroVironment, Inc. - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $107,000.0 - $212,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Big Data, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), D3.Js, Data Integrity, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Visualization, R (Programming Language), Apache Hadoop, Hadoop Distributed File System, MapReduce, SPSS (Software), JSON, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Stata, Unix Commands, Pandas, Pyspark, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Front End Software Development - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000glbrwj ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Computer Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Minimum 3+ years' relevant work experience. + Experience with software development working with Python in a Unix environment. + Experience using the Unix command line. + Practical knowledge in Python Machine Learning and Data Visualization + Practical knowledge in Data ETL such as working with: Data loading from SQL, CSV, JSON, Excel, etc., Pandas and PySpark + Proficiency in statistical packages using any of the following: Python, R, STATA, SPSS, etc. + An active TS/SCI with polygraph Additional Requirements + Experience using the Atlassian Tool Suite. + Experience with development of any of the following; Hadoop, Pig, MapReduce, or HDFS + Working knowledge with other object-oriented programming languages such as Java or C++ Working knowledge with Front-end data visualization libraries (i.e., D3.js; Raphael.js, etc.) Salary Range: $107,000 to $212,000 The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data. _This is a pipeline requisition posted in advance of approved headcount for future hiring needs._ ## Description The primary role of the **Data Scientist** is to drive mission-focused insights from complex datasets. This role involves managing, modeling, and interpreting large-scale government data holdings to support decision-making and operational success. You will combine expertise in mathematics, statistics, computer science, and domain-specific knowledge to deliver actionable conclusions and communicate them effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. 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