Space Data Scientist

Space Data Scientist

The Opportunity:  

Are you excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by data? In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured data open up new opportunities. As a data scientist, you can turn complex data sets into useful information to solve global challenges.

We have an opportunity for you to use your analytical skills to improve the U.S. Space Force. You’ll work closely with your customer to understand their questions and needs, and then dig into their data-rich environment to find the pieces of their information puzzle. You’ll craft strategies to locate and source datasets, establish metrics and KPIs for leaders, write scripts to analyze data and automate processes for efficiency, and build dashboards using business intelligence tools to make sense of it all. Using the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data into objective insights, your efforts will enable U.S. Space Force leaders to make data-informed decisions. You’ll provide your customer with a deep understanding of their data, what it all means, and how they can use it. Join us as we use data science for good in support of the U.S. Space Force.  

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:   

• 3+ years of experience with Data Science to include hypothesis testing to find statistical significance, correlations, or resource optimization
• 3+ years of experience with Python, R, or SQL, or Scala
• 3+ years of experience with data wrangling techniques to cleanse and transform data for data science applications
• 3+ years of experience using business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Qlik Sense, or Power BI to visualize findings and develop dashboards for varying levels of leaders
• Experience working with clients to establish metrics and Key Performance Indicators to track progress, and monitor and forecast trends for leadership
• Experience leading client-facing teams or workstreams
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:   

• 3+ years of experience supporting the U.S. government in uniform, as a civilian, or as a contractor
• Experience with workflow management tools that optimize, improve, or automate workflows wherever possible to increase output, eliminate repetition, or reduce errors
• Experience using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to automate processes and reporting
• Experience with database management systems
• Experience contributing to the development of business development or marketing products such as proposals and white papers
• Knowledge of the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, or another Department of Defense Service
• Master’s degree

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $75,600.00 to $172,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.