Data Scientist- OBIQUA (Data Scientist 2) 24520
Date: Jul 29, 2025
Location: Reston, VA, Virginia, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 24520
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $91,464.00 - $130,663.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Poly
Level of Experience: Mid HI
This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.
HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
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Summary
Are you a Data Scientist ready to be at the forefront of intelligence innovation? HII-Mission Technologies is seeking passionate individuals to join our team in partnership with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) under the Object Based Intelligence and Quality Assurance (OBIQUA) task order. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the Foundational Military Intelligence (FMI) analysis and production, driving new capabilities and insights that will revolutionize intelligence analysis.
You'll be instrumental in delivering cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and advanced analytics capabilities, enhancing the intelligence prowess of the U.S. and its allies. Your work will directly support the unification and operationalization of AI across the Defense Intelligence Enterprise, facilitating Joint All-Domain Operations (JADO) by enabling rapid decision-making and seamless information sharing, ultimately providing crucial warfighting advantages.
If you're eager to contribute to a growing team that's shaping the future of defense intelligence, apply today! The primary place of performance will be at DIA Facilities across the National Capital Region (NCR), including Reston, VA, Washington D.C. and Bethesda, MD. This position is contingent upon the OBIQUA Contract Award.
What you will do
As a Data Scientist you will be a key contributor to critical DIA initiatives, including the Machine-Assisted Rapid-Repository System (MARS), Object Management Services (OMS), and Object-Based Intelligence (OBI).
Key Requirements:
• Advanced Data Science & AI/ML Expertise: Lead end-to-end data science activities, encompassing data engineering, mining, exploratory, predictive, and statistical analysis. Design, develop, and deploy high-quality AI/ML solutions, such as recommendation engines and automated prediction systems, to automate processes and generate actionable insights.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate strong skills in data science languages (R, Python, SQL) and data visualization tools (Microsoft Power BI, Tableau). Possess extensive experience with large-scale, multi-INT, and spatial data analytics, including machine learning and automated predictive analytics. Capable of developing and scaling algorithms in distributed environments for complex datasets exceeding RAM capacity.
• Algorithmic Design & Research: Drive the design, development, and evaluation of leading-edge algorithmic intelligence concepts. Propose and implement advanced statistical and mathematical techniques, conducting continuous independent research to prototype and evaluate technologies that enhance all-source intelligence analysis.
• AI Governance & Evaluation (TEVV): Serve as a primary point of contact for data science expertise, ensuring tradecraft compliance and analytical standards. Evaluate AI/ML methods for risks, biases, and limitations, providing consultation on OBI governance, knowledge modeling, and best practices for system development, testing, and deployment. Lead the design and execution of Test, Evaluation, Verification, and Validation (TEVV) protocols, including auditing, performance metric development, and corrective action implementation, to ensure system effectiveness, robustness, and fairness.
• Collaboration & Problem Solving: Collaborate effectively with diverse teams, including computer scientists and vendors, to deconstruct ambiguous information and complex problems. Develop data schemas, leverage spatial data, and exploit APIs to support all-source intelligence analysis. Contribute to and manage code in Government-owned/controlled source version control repositories.
• Additional duties as assigned or required
What we are looking for
• 0 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI with a current Poly
• Skilled in data visualization and use of graphical applications, including Microsoft Office (Power BI-) and Tableau; major data science languages, such as R and Python; managing and merging of disparate data sources, preferably through R, Python, or SQL; statistical analysis; and data mining algorithms.
• Prior experience with large data multi¬ INT analytics, ML, and automated predictive analytics.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in using data analytics, data engineering, data mining, exploratory analysis, predictive analysis, and statistical analysis, and scientific techniques to correlate data into graphical, written, visual and verbal narrative products, enabling more informed analytic decisions
• Experience writing either R or Python scripts to drive data science workflows, have experience using SQL, and managing and merging of disparate data sources, preferably through R, Python, or SQL; statistical analysis; and data mining algorithms.
• Experience with large data, spatial data, Multi-INT analytics, ML, and automated predictive analytics.
Bonus points for...
• Bachelors with 3 years of experience
• Recent applicable experience within the last 2 years
• Possesses a professional or graduate certificate in data science from a university, major online learning platform (all business for Data Scientists at any experience level
Physical Requirements
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
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