Data Analyst IV - Bowhead / UIC Technical Services

Bowhead seeks a Data Scientist to join our team supporting the AR/PA IT Program at Naval Surface Warfare Center - Corona in Corona, California. The Data Scientist will work directly with the client analyzing complex and unique technical support assignments and lead or collaborate with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and program analysts within an agile environment. They will also participate in the integration of network operating systems, application programs and hardware devices through system specification, design, coding, testing and maintenance support. They will consider overall project design including cost, schedule, and social issues that may be associated with a project.

• Conduct research to identify and assess new technology solutions for automating existing reporting processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design hardware and software architectures and system hosting strategies.
• Lead the development of interfaces and software code to efficiently retrieve, modify, and update data.
• Support the research and development of artificial intelligence/machine learning methods for advanced data analysis.
• Build and refine predictive analytics models to improve decision-making processes.
• Perform data analysis and cleaning to prepare large datasets for predictive modeling and other analyses.
• Generate new or updated system documentation, including data dictionaries, user manuals, and software designs.
• Provide training sessions to personnel on newly implemented technologies and processes.
• Utilize programming languages and tools such as Angular, .NET, JavaScript, C#, PL SQL, Kubernetes, XML, Python, R, and MATLAB to develop solutions.
• Apply mathematical and statistical algorithms, artificial intelligence/machine learning techniques, natural language processing, and large language models for data analysis.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure software security guides and system configurations are maintained.

• BS or MS in technical field to include Information Systems, Business, Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematics.

• Minimum of Seven (7) years of experience.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Angular, .NET, JavaScript, C#, PL SQL, Kubernetes, XML, Python, R, and MATLAB.
• Experience in developing interfaces and software code for data retrieval and manipulation.
• Familiarity with mathematical and statistical algorithms, artificial intelligence/machine learning, natural language processing, and large language model approaches.
• Strong skills in data cleaning, refinement, and preparation for analysis and modeling.
• Proven experience in building and implementing predictive analytics models.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to innovate and implement creative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality results.
• Ability to provide clear and comprehensive technical documentation.
• Proven experience in providing training and knowledge transfer to team members.

Preferred Qualifications:
• 7+ years of experience in research and development roles involving AI/ML technologies.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques.
• Experience with data mining and predictive modeling.
• Proficiency in big data technologies such as Hadoop and Spark.
• Strong analytical skills and a passion for exploring and refining complex data sets.
• Publications or contributions to the data science community

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level.  US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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