Principal Data Scientist

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Salary: £64,600.00 - £96,800

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible?

Opportunity:

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

The role is for an experienced data scientist who is a recognised both internally and by customers as a subject matter expert – with a track record of applying data science and machine learning to deliver measurable benefit for our customers’ missions – and go-to person in at least one area of data science and machine learning, demonstrating clear technical leadership and the ability to influence.

Our UK Cyber & Intelligence business combines modern software development approaches with a rich heritage and experience in the Defence and security sectors. Our customers have complex and sensitive data and information requirements requiring a mission partner who quickly understands the context, delivering and sustaining a portfolio of challenging technology projects at scale and pace, supporting them through an ambitious digital transformation programme.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute complex data science requirements across a portfolio of projects, including identification of risks, dependencies and mitigation strategies – makes decisions that impact the achievement of own organisation’s objectives and financial performance
• Provide technical leadership for multiple teams of data scientists, to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and to quality, and manage any changes to data science work packages
• Act as a formal customer point of contact and maintain strong, influential relationships with key senior stakeholders, internally, in the customer organisation and with industry leaders, supported by an excellent working knowledge of the customer domain and the ability to communicate technical and non-technical information effectively at all levels
• Broker new relationships within the customer organisation, and reach back into Northrop Grumman and its partners to provide added value to the customer through deduplication of effort and access to unique expertise
• Contribute subject matter expertise into bids, proposals and studies, and growing a portfolio of projects, using customer knowledge to ensure proposals meet their needs

Benefits:

We can offer you a range of flexible and hybrid working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits including private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.

We are looking for:

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in ONE of the following:

• Neuromorphic Computing, Spiking Neural Networks and event-based event monitoring/sparse data.

Or:

• Advanced statistics and experience operationalising academic research

Security clearance:

You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance in line with the job role (SC). Our requirement team is on hand to answer any questions and we will guide you through the process: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com.

Why join us?

• A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions, to developing maritime navigation and control systems and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do together matters.

• A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work. From our Employee Resource Groups backed by thousands of employees, to sponsoring Cheltenham Pride and our partnerships with Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers, Forces Transition Group, Mind, and Women in Defence – we are passionate about growing and supporting our inclusive community where everyone can belong.
• Your career, your way - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise and nurture your passion. Looking for flexibility? Balance your professional career with your personal life, health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, pension benefits and investment in your future development. Speak to our team to find the balance that’s right for you.

Ready to apply?

Yes – Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.

Possibly, I’d like to find out more about this role – Reach out to our team for more information and support: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com.

No, I don’t think this role is right for me – Our extensive UK growth means we have exciting, new opportunities opening all the time. Speak to our team to discuss your career goals.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.