Data Scientist w/ DoD Secret Clearance

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a Data Scientist to join their Advanced Sensors Protective Technologies team within the Airworthiness Test and Evaluation group in Huntsville, Alabama. The role functions within the Program Management Office Aircraft Survivability Equipment (PMO ASE) to support Product Offices by applying scientific theory, experimental design, and engineering principles to the test and evaluation mission for Aircraft Survivability Equipment. Responsibilities include cost estimating, test planning and execution, data acquisition, data analysis, and reporting for test projects. The individual will collaborate with software and system test resources, perform test analysis, system integration, analyze user feedback, and provide solutions to issues identified during testing to support the fielding of ASE. Experience in data analytics, statistical analysis, software development, or engineering, especially in military or aviation contexts, is typically required. Experience with aviation systems test and evaluation is a significant asset. Leidos Defense Systems Sector offers a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services for customers worldwide, focusing on solving tough security challenges for missions that cannot fail.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as data science, computer science, engineering and 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience.
Proficiency in MATLAB, with additional experience in Python, R, or MATLAB, is a primary requirement.
Experience with data analysis tools and software.
Strong understanding of statistical analysis and modeling techniques.
Knowledge of aviation systems and test methodologies.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to create and present briefs and technical documentation for senior leadership.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Active DoD Secret clearance.
Must be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.
Must be willing to travel ~25%.

Nice To Haves

Relevant past experience in Missile Systems, Weapon Systems, Infrared Seeker Systems, and Radar Engineering & Analysis; Modeling & Simulation; Testing, and Software Development.
Familiarity with Army regulations and protocols.
Highly organized, demonstrating the ability to work independently at times due to fast-paced and highly productive work environment.
Experience working on aircraft survivability programs.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the capability to compile, reduce, format, analyze, and present test data.
Conduct Aircraft Survivability Equipment testing, including qualitative and quantitative assessment of sensors, jammers, software upgrades, and other aircraft survivability systems.
Apply practical knowledge to flight testing principles and concepts applicable to the developmental and system qualification testing of DoD aircraft.
Provide traceability from requirement to technical specifications.
Provide input for testing events, test plans, and procedures for hardware and software testing.
Assist other engineers in the design and execution of tests, analysis of data, and the reporting & documentation of results, including the interpretation of the significance of the findings.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Write and maintain code/scripts used in the post-processing and analysis of system under test performance.
Support the development of test and evaluation input into Milestone documentation such as the Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Program Protection Plan (PPP), Systems Specification, Performance Work Statement (PWS) and/or Statement of Work (SoW).
Support test planning with the OEM and the Government Test Agencies to include ATEC and its subordinates for developmental and operational test events to include Live Fire Test & Evaluation (LFTE).
Participate in T&E WIPT sub-working groups such as LFTE, Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE), test Modeling and Simulation (M&S), etc.