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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior/Principal R&D Systems Research and Data Scientist - Integrated Stockpile Evaluation, Onsite - **Company:** ScienceJobs.Org - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $117,500.0 - $235,700.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Software Applications, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Integrity, Data Mining, Data Systems, Systems Theories, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Minitab, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Test Data, Software Organization, JMP (Statistical Software) - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://sciencejobs.org/job/job/apply?id=7367142 ## About the Role A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development. Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent to start. Qualifications We Desire: The ideal R&D Data Science candidate for Sandia National Laboratories will in addition possess the following: Graduate degree in a relevant computationally-intensive discipline where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation). Experience in developing software for enterprise and national security applications. Experience acquiring, preparing, and analyzing real world data. Demonstrated software development skills and familiarity with modern software development practices. Proven ability to work and communicate effectively in a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment. Also, for this posting we are seeking individuals with the following experience: Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent. Experience in data mining, retrieval, and analysis, including the application of statistical methodologies. Proficiency in programming, particularly in Python, and familiarity with statistical software such as Minitab, JMP, and R. Knowledge of nuclear weapon/component design, production, testing methodologies, and performance assessment. Experience in machine learning and deep learning methods. Project management experience, with a demonstrated ability to operate independently and drive process and product improvements. Strong critical and creative thinking skills, with the ability to think outside the box. ## Description Join the Integrated Stockpile Evaluation (ISE) Planning, Information & Data Systems team as a dedicated R&D Data Analyst where you will play a crucial role in enhancing the safety and reliability of nuclear weapons systems. In this position, you will conduct in-depth statistical analyses using high-order statistical algorithms to identify anomalies within development, production, and surveillance test data, providing valuable insights to nuclear weapon system and component engineers, as well as surveillance customers. On any given day, you may be called on to: Support the Quantification of Margins and Uncertainties (QMU) process through rigorous statistical analysis and the application of scientific methods. Analyze data that has already been collected and conduct forensic data analysis to ensure data integrity and reliability. Automate analysis algorithms and integrate them into software applications to streamline the QMU process. Develop requirements, as well as the verification and validation of applications and algorithms, including the automation of the QMU process within software applications. Utilize existing machine learning and deep learning methods to proactively mine archived stockpile data. Prepare briefings, track work progress, coordinate efforts, and provide training related to data analysis and surveillance support. Collaborate with various organizations and engineers in a coordinated and integrated environment. Work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and self-starting capabilities. Identify and implement improvements to organizational processes and products. Utilize a high level of technical competency, including knowledge of statistical techniques, statistical software, and programming skills. 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