Data Scientist

Key Skills

Analytical and Problem solving, C++, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Machine learning techniques, MATLAB Programming, Python Programming, Statistics

Job Description

Data Scientist

The KBR team in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a highly motivated Data Scientist to join us in supporting our great nation, specifically on the Air Force Tactical Exploitation of National Capabilities (TENCAP) IRAD contract.

Air Force TENCAP exploits National space, cyber and intelligence capabilities to deliver rapid, cost-dominant and innovative warfighting solutions across the full spectrum of Air Force and Joint military missions. AF TENCAP is a Congressionally mandated rapid acquisition organization supporting tactical and operational warfighters and serves as the Air Force executive agent for the Military Exploitation of Reconnaissance and Intelligence Technologies (MERIT) program. As the Air Force's leader for National-to-Tactical capability development, AF TENCAP collaborates with leading experts across the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, National Laboratories, industry, inter-agency, academia, and partner nations.

Work Location:

Colorado Springs, CO - 100% On Site

Security Clearance:

Eligible to receive a TS/SCI or Active TS with T5/SSBI within last two years.

Required Experience and Education:

BS degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or Data Science. Other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience.

Required Skills:

Experience with architecting and training machine learning models

Experience with programming or scripting languages (e.g. Python, C++, MATLAB)

Knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and concepts

Demonstrate understanding of statistical analyses such as regression, anomaly detection and clustering

Demonstrate effective communication skills to relay data science activities, technical findings, and data products for both technical and non-technical customers

Demonstrated ability to use technical and analytic skills to solve complex problems

A drive to learn and master new technologies

Desired Skills:

Experience as a Data Scientist/Engineer supporting single or multiple domain areas

Knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and concepts

Experience working with any intelligence disciplines (i.e. SIGINT, OSINT, MASINT, GEOINT, HUMINT)

A drive to learn and master new technologies

Experience as a formal instructor, teacher or tutor

Experience in Space, ISR, Cyber or SOF

Algorithm development experience

Basic Compensation: $103,530 - $155,400k
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.