Data Scientist/Analyst

DEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.

POSITION OVERVIEW

AFWERX is the innovation arm of the Department of the Air Force (DAF) and is a Technical Directorate (TD) of the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). AFWERX seeks to accelerate agile and affordable capability transitions by teaming innovative technology developers with Airman and Guardian talent. AFWERX teams internationally across academia, industry and government to develop technology, expand talent, and transition dual-use capabilities. This mission is conducted across four operational AFWERX divisions: Ventures (RGV), Spark (RGS), Prime (RGP) and SpaceWERX (RGX). The associated Divisions serve to expand the defense industrial base for advanced technologies, empower Airmen and Guardian talent, and drive faster technology transition to operational capability. This position supports the AFWERX Program Management Office (PMO).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gather and analyze requirements through working with various stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into clear and concise requirements for IT projects and initiatives by conducting interviews, workshops, and surveys to gather information and document processes.
• Analyze existing workflows and identify and document areas for improvement and optimization by streamlining processes, automating tasks, and suggesting and implementing new technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring IT projects by developing project plans, tracking progress, managing risks, and communicating with stakeholders.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform decision-making by creating reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings to leadership and other stakeholders.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies to determine their potential value and applicability to the AFWERX mission by attending and/or participating in industry events, reading research papers, and conducting pilot projects.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in data analysis, database management, and data visualization.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
• Experience with machine learning and statistical modeling techniques.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data insights for non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of the defense industry and the AFWERX program is a plus.
• Active Secret Clearance

DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with HR@deftec.com if you require reasonable accommodations.

DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

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DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.

This policy applies to all terms of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

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