Data Scientist - Military Veterans
at Torch Technologies
Torch Technologies is seeking a Data Scientist to support USSPACECOM; the position requires an individual possessing a wide range of skills and demonstrated experience; collecting, interpreting, and analyzing data using various analytical methods and statistical techniques. The individual will work with combatant command staff and stakeholders to conduct strategic analysis, strategic and operational assessments, to develop combatant command strategies, policies, procedures, and frameworks. The Individual will:
- Determine what question, if answered would present the most value to USSPACECOM.
- Develop the most valuable data product for data analytics.
- Develop high-quality models, techniques and tools to solving USSPACECOM most vexing problems.
- Research and develop statistical learning models for data analysis.
- Collaborate with combatant command stakeholders to understand combatant command needs and devise possible solutions.
- Keep up-to-date with latest technology trends.
- Communicate results and ideas to senior leader key decision makers.
- Implement new statistical or other mathematical methodologies as needed for specific models or analysis.
- Optimize joint development efforts through appropriate database use and project design.
Job Requirements
- Master's in Computer Science or a related field and 2+ years of experience
- Experience supporting USSPACECOM, AFSPACE, NAVSPACE, MARFORSPACE, or SMDC/ARSPACE operations and/or exercises
- Experience working on classified networks and interfacing with military staffs at the operational and strategic level
- Advanced skills in data mining and statistical analysis.
- Skills developing correlative data models that support descriptive, predictive and prescriptive analytics.
- Ability to understand various data structures and common methods in data transformation.
- Experience developing in Python, R and SQL in support of big data analytics, machine learning and NLP, Neural Networks, and Deep Learning analytics.
- Expertise in Cloud technology
- Experience with CI/CD
- Implemented DevSecOps controls (DoD CIO & AF CSO)
- Proficient in data security management
- Competency in Agile Development
- Ability to communicate complex data in a simple, actionable way
- Ability to visualize data in the most effective way possible for a given project or study
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relations
- Ability to work independently and with team members from different backgrounds
- A current DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required to start.
Preferred Requirements:
- Possess previous Space experience at operational/theater level (e.g. Combatant Command, Joint/Combined Task Force, Component)
- Machine learning experience and/or Artificial Intelligence experience
- Cloud employment experience
- Experience with open platform (Kubernetes/Istio), microservice/service mesh architectures, and leverage event-driven behavior across the entire portfolio
U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Schedule: Fulltime
Work Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Travel: 10-20%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No
Salary range: $95,000-$125,000
The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.
Benefits:
Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.
Applying to Torch Technologies:
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
Torch Technologies is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.
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Founded in October 2002, Torch is a 100% employee-owned business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Our commitment to our employee-owners results in a retention rate well over 90% and helps ensure our customers experience a stable work force. Torch has received national and local recognition for our business performance, workplace environment, and ethical business practices. In 2021, Torch ranked on the Inc. 5000 list for the fifteenth consecutive year. Torch was also named one of the Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services for the sixth consecutive year by Great Place to Work, and Great Place to Work and Fortune named Torch one of the country’s Best Workplaces for Millennials for the third time. Torch was also recognized as the ESOP Company of the Year by the New South Chapter of The ESOP Association for a second time. Torch was a recipient of the James S. Cogswell Outstanding Industrial Security Achievement Award by the DCSA. Washington Technology listed Torch in its “Top 100” Government Contractors ranking for the seventh consecutive year, and Bloomberg Government listed Torch in its annual “Top 200” ranking for the fifth consecutive year. Torch was also selected for a Colorado Springs Business Journal “Best in Business” award for the second consecutive year. In 2020, Torch became the only four-time recipient of the Better Business Bureau’s Torch Award for Business Ethics in North Alabama. Great Place to Work named Torch one of the country’s Best Workplaces for Parents, and Torch was selected for a Colorado Springs Business Journal “Best in Business” award. In 2019, Torch was ranked on the Entrepreneur 360 list for the third consecutive year. In 2018, Great Place to Work and Fortune magazine named Torch a Best Medium Workplace for the third consecutive year. Torch was also named a winner of the 2018 Best Places to Work in Huntsville award for the fifth time. For more information, visit www.TorchTechnologies.com