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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist I - **Company:** Arcfield, Inc. - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $66,456.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Big Data, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cluster Analysis, Computer Literacy, Data Fusion, Data Transformation, Data Mining, Linux, Fortran (Programming Language), R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Named Entity Recognition, Open Source Technology, Cloud Services, Ruby, Search Technologies, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Unstructured Data, Data Processing, Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, Semi-structured Data, Information Technology, Complex Event Processing, Data Management, Software Coding, Data Pipelines - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9146032/data-scientist-i ## About the Role * Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph * BS 0-2 Years of HS 6-8 * Interest in solving technical problems; Strong analysis skills * Good presentation and communication skills * Ability to work independently and within a team environment * Experience with or understanding of cloud-based tools for data analysis Desired: * Degree in Engineering (e.g. aerospace, mechanical, electrical, computer/software), Computer Science, Data Science, Imaging Science, Mathematics, Physics or other related technical fields * Interest in writing code; High degree of computer literacy * Experience in applying machine learning techniques, algorithm analysis, and data clustering * Experience with utilizing open-source textual processing tools for data processing tasks * Demonstrated experience with employing visual analytic tools for data interpretation * Experience with applying entity extraction and conceptual search technologies * Experience with Unix/Linux Scripting * Experience with Python, C/C++, Fortran, or similar * Experience with MS Excel, Python, R, MATLAB, or similar * Experience with Data Mining, Analysis, Statistics, Performance Analysis, or Predictive Analytics and Reporting using various methods and tools * Ability to demonstrate experience in software development using platforms like: + Open-source enterprise software (e.g., Java, Linux, Ruby, Python) + Windows development stack (e.g., .NET, C#, C++) ## Description Arcfield is looking for an entry-level DATA SCIENTISTS to serve as an essential member of a team responsible for transforming raw data into meaningful insights and tools that improve decision-making, driving innovation, optimizing operations, and adding measurable value to our customer's Ground Enterprise. The ideal candidate will be able to combine technical know-how with business acumen to create impactful solutions. Duties include but are not limited to the following: * Working on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative * Help onboard, operate, and transition large-scale data science and AI/ML models in cloud and on-premises computing environments * Support pipeline development for data, software, and algorithm delivery to ensure reliability, security compliance, and seamless integration across domains * Support project development by visualizing, analyzing, trending, and providing metrics for Systems Program Office -level projects * Provide technical support for research, development, and the systematic transition of advanced data fusion, analytics, and automated workflow solutions to operational environments * Draft solutions to routine technical problems * Assist with developing and executing data management plans and policies * Perform analysis of unstructured and semi-structured data, including latent semantic indexing (LSI), entity identification and tagging, complex event processing (CEP), and the application of analysis algorithms on distributed, clustered, and cloud-based high-performance infrastructures * Participate in large-scale analysis of unstructured data for high-value use cases visualized through multi-dimensional interfaces * Handle processing and indexing requests for both high-volume data collections and high-velocity data streams * Identify insights, patterns, and trends in big data environments using computational and technical skills * Assist with designing, developing, and deploying sophisticated applications using advanced unstructured or semi-structured data analysis techniques * Interpret, connect, predict, and deliver actionable recommendations based on complex data analysis * Support data transportation and transformation tasks ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)