Data Scientist
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
StatementCome be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities for the United States Air Force.
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Data Scientist, GS-1560-13, located at Headquarters United States Space Command (USSSPACECOM);Data Superiority Directorate (J6) in the Data Management Division (J61) at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO.
The right Candidate will serve as a US Space Command (USSPACECOM) Data Scientist, utilizing government approved analytical platforms and software to perform data analytics to address business and mission analytic needs. In the role they will consult with customers to meet their analytical requirements and explore requirement development in an iterative, agile process. Additionally, they will perform research of cutting-edge data science innovation to adapt for a government environment. The incumbent will recommend and develop proposals to test data science hypotheses, prioritize research and other projects and establish project goals and perform data management activities and tasks.
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Salary range: $105,985.00 – $137,784.00
Relocation incentives may be available based on qualifications
U.S. Citizenship
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
This is a designated drug testing position
Degree Requirements*Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position.
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Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience.
See link for more education and experience details: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/data-science-series-1560/#:~:text=Basic%20Requirements%3A%201%20Degree%3A%20Mathematics%2C%20statistics%2C%20computer%20science%2C,A%20above%2C%20plus%20additional%20education%20or%20appropriate%20experience.
Knowledge of data science techniques and methods used to conceptualize, develop, adapt, modify, and apply new models to resolve difficult problems and to achieve support for alternative solutions within the commercial and government technical community; skill in performing data management activities.
Knowledge and skill in a broad range of DOD or private sector C4 systems, data, big data analytics, machine learning, AI, cognitive science, programs, operations, strategies, tactics, resource and information processes, force structure, and weapons systems and analytical capabilities.
Advanced skills in articulating and defending complex and sensitive issues with officials of diverse perspectives and often with different or opposing views. Expert ability to negotiate and defend findings and gain executive support for new program concepts. Communicates effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex and/or sensitive issues; and maintain good working relations.
Skills to lead teams composed of industry, government, and academic experts; originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints; analyze, plan, and adjust work priorities to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
Skills to perform data collection and analytic techniques in support of command requirements.
Ability to expertly perform command staff officer tasks to include but not limited to plan, organize, and lead required staff and team meetings; generate meeting minutes, briefs, talking papers, white papers, background papers; and develop Course of Action (COA) recommendation briefs.
Desired skills and previous roles held: Autonomous Systems, Big Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Data Visualization, Statistics, Data Science; previous roles held such as Data Engineer, Data Analyst, Data Scientist
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.
Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) must include name and contact information and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).
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U.S. citizenship required. AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. Must be of legal working age.
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