Senior Data Scientist (OBI Analytic Efficiency Enablement)Celestar Corporation is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) under the Object Based Intelligence and Quality Assurance (OBIQUA) task order. The primary place of performance will be at DIA Facilities across the National Capital Region (NCR).This opportunity will support multiple DIA initiatives, including the Machine-Assisted Rapid-Repository System (MARS), Object Management Services (OMS), and Object-Based Intelligence (OBI).Responsibilities include conducting data analytics, data engineering, data mining, exploratory analysis, predictive analysis, and statistical analysis, and using scientific techniques to correlate data into graphical, written, visual, and verbal narrative products, enabling more informed analytic decisions.
The role also involves proactively retrieving information from various sources, analyzing it for better understanding about the data set, and building AI tools that automate certain processes.Duties typically include creating various ML-based tools or processes, such as recommendation engines or automated lead scoring systems. Performs statistical analysis, applies data mining techniques, and builds high quality prediction systems. Should be 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.Required qualifications/skills include a minimum of 12 years of experience related to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years with a master's degree. -OR- A minimum of 17 years of experience related to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years with a bachelor's degree. Must have at least 8 years of experience in AI implementation, advanced degree in computer science, data science, or related field. Must have expertise in AI algorithms, model development, TEVV, and operationalization. Demonstrates ability to work independently and with minimal oversight. Active TS/SCI Clearance within the past 5 years.Celestar Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Celestar Corporation prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same-sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; marital status; service member/protected veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.