Associate / Staff Mission Data Analyst

SciTec, Inc. is a dynamic small business with the mission to deliver advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense. We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique, world-class data exploitation capabilities.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented mission data analyst to support our programs delivering Next-Generation Missile Warning software. This is a unique opportunity to join a small business delivering core capabilities for National defense. You will work within a fast-paced team delivering end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence. You will perform 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 to support analysis. The 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 algorithmic development and system deployment. Industry or research-level academic experience with remote sensing data analysis is preferred.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Compiling data and information from disparate sources into standard formats for ingestion into databases or algorithms
• Writing or assisting in the development of Python scripts to process and associate large volumes of data
• Developing analysis tools in Python ranging from data readers to interactive multivariate visualizations
• Characterizing systems based on trend analysis for algorithm labeling and algorithm improvement
• Interpreting algorithm performance data into actionable recommendations for software development teams
• Writing formal analysis reports and participating in peer review
• Designing new evaluation metrics or visualizations to gain a deeper understanding of algorithm and system performance
• Assisting in database management efforts
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences, engineering, mathematics, or computer science

• Experience using Python for large dataset analysis and visualization
• Capability to follow logic in other languages (C++, shell scripts)

• Demonstrated ability to work on Linux operating systems

• The ability to obtain and maintain an active (in-scope) TS//SCI DoD security clearance
• Ability to perform analysis tasks independently 
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred

• Experience with the exploitation and analysis of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) data
• A current active DoD SECRET security clearance or higher
• Experience building and analyzing performance of Machine Learning algorithms and statistical models
• Experience using Git-based code management tools
• Fluency with object-oriented software design principles
• Experience working in an Agile development process
• Experience supporting Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, Technical Intelligence

Benefits

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required)
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible work hours

The pay range for this position is $87,000 - $119,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Vet/Disabled.