Modeling and Simulation Data Scientist

About the position

As a Modeling and Simulation Data Scientist, you're excited about using code, math, models and data to answer questions relating human systems-from informal dark networks, through military units and transportation systems, to entire countries. When data is available whether structured or unstructured, you're prepared to employ tools from statistics, machine learning and natural language processing to extract useful information, patterns, and insights. When you don't have data, you're comfortable diving into qualitative and theoretical research and working with subject-matter experts to understand the behaviors and systems, and translating that understanding into computational models and simulations. On our team, you'll use your data, coding, and research skills to create real-world impact. You'll work closely with clients to understand their questions and needs, then work with your teammates to dig into data-rich environments to find meaningful patterns and develop models and simulations that yield unexpected insights. You'll use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data points into objective answers to advise your clients as they make informed decisions.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience programming in Python, R, or JavaScript
• Experience applying statistical or computational methods to real-world data
• Experience applying quantitative and qualitative approaches to modeling and simulation and tailoring analysis methods to answer complex questions or problems
• Experience developing predictive data models, quantitative analyses, and visualization of various data sets
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or Political Science

Nice-to-haves

• 3+ years of experience in Python or R data science libraries, such as pandas, NetworkX, iGraph, or tidyverse
• 2+ years of experience with modeling and simulation application
• Experience with visualization packages, including Plotly, Seaborn, or ggplot2
• Experience with the verification and validation of complex computational models
• Experience working in the Defense or Intelligence Community
• Ability to lead tasks and oversee the work of other team members
• Master's degree in Political Science, Economics, Psychology, or Sociology

Benefits

• health benefits
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• financial benefits
• retirement benefits
• paid leave
• professional development
• tuition assistance
• work-life programs
• dependent care
• recognition awards program