Associate Data Analyst

SciTec•Boulder, CO

19h•Onsite

About The Position

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions. SciTec is seeking a talented data analyst to support programs delivering Missile Defense Solution software. You will work within a fast-paced environment on a team delivering end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence. This role focuses on performing analysis and studies on complex mission critical software in various phases of maturity, from prototype to operational systems. You will work with and develop analysis tools in Python, MATLAB, and other languages to support analysis. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a rapid pace environment consisting of scientists, engineers, and developers to prototype, develop, integrate, and test advanced front-end and back-end software solutions for integrating advanced exploitation algorithms into government frameworks. Our ideal candidate will be able to analyze and interpret the results of data processing algorithms to find patterns, identify deficiencies, and recommend improvements to influence algorithm development and system deployment. Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, physical science, mathematics, or engineering
Experience with large dataset analysis
Experience with remote sensing data analysis
Experience with evaluating machine learning algorithms and/or statistical models
Demonstrated ability to work on Linux operating systems
Experience using Python and/or MATLAB for data analysis
Capability to follow logic in other languages (C++, shell scripts)
Ability to work in-person in Boulder, CO office location
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Effective communication skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Experience with the exploitation and analysis of OPIR data
Experience using visualization and Python analysis packages
Experience with virtual environments and docker containers
Experience building modular data processing algorithms using Pandas and NumPy arrays
Fluency with object-oriented software design principles
Professional experience with Agile software development processes and tools
A current DoD security clearance
Experience with Jira, Confluence, Scrum

Responsibilities

Interpreting raw and graphical algorithm performable data into actionable recommendations for software development teams
Presenting analysis findings to team leads
Creating formal analysis reports and participating in peer reviews
Testing prototype, development, and sustainment software builds to support performance analysis for mission critical capabilities
Developing analysis tools in Python ranging from data readers to interactive multivariate visualizations
Designing new metrics to improve algorithm and system performance assessments
Support documentation, knowledge sharing, and clear communication across the organization