Data Scientist

KBR Inc
Chantilly, VA, United States
16 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Compensation
$161,200.0 - $221,600.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Data Analysis Microsoft Azure Big Data Continuous Integration Apache Hadoop Monitoring of Systems Python (Programming Language) Microsoft Office Natural Language Processing Recommender Systems Tensorflow
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Software Engineering SQL Databases Systems Integration Unstructured Data Enterprise Data Management Google Cloud Pytorch Apache Spark Deep Learning Containerization Scikit Learn Information Technology Machine Learning Operations Software Coding Software Version Control

Job description

In this role, you will have the chance to design, develop, test, and deliver products that support our customers’ advanced systems. In support of GED Front Office, Chief Architect, Integrated Intelligence Program Office, Advanced Ground Office, and Enterprise Data Applications and Platforms. You’ll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams focused on hardware, software, system integration, and data analysis to help achieve important missions and meet requirements., * Conducts scientific Research and Development towards the tasking, collection, processing, and dissemination of data.

  • Collects substantial amounts of data using analytical, statistical, and programmable skills.
  • Analyze data sets to discover actionable patterns and trends for business use.
  • Uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract insights from structured and unstructured data.
  • Applies mathematical, problem-solving, and coding skills to manage big data, extracting valuable insights.
  • Assess other’s R&D proposals for feasibility and progress towards mission goals.
  • Solve difficult, non-routine problems by applying advanced analytical methodologies and improving analytic methodologies.
  • Developing custom searches.
  • Communicating and coordinating with internal and external partners as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in data science or related roles.

  • Expert-level proficiency in Python or R.
  • Strong experience with machine learning frameworks (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
  • Deep understanding of statistical modeling, experimental design, and advanced analytics.
  • Proficiency in SQL and working with large-scale datasets.
  • Experience building and deploying production-ready models.
  • Strong software engineering practices (version control, testing, modular coding).
  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills with data.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop).
  • Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
  • Knowledge of MLOps tools and practices (CI/CD, model monitoring, containerization).
  • Experience with deep learning, NLP, recommender systems, or time-series forecasting.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let’s shape the future together

About the company

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role - protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

  • Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense., KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

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