Data Scientist

Spalding, a Saalex Company is seeking a Data Scientist in Patuxent River, MD.  Spalding, a Saalex Company is a professional services company delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense since 2001. Our expert-level solutions include software development, information technology, program management, financial management and business intelligence services.  Spalding offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80k-$135k (depending on experience)

Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office (see onsite requirements below).

**On-Site Requirements: Position will require on-site work at Patuxent River, MD one - two days per week. Future on-site/telework requirements/schedules may change as additional client direction is received.  

Job Description: 

• Perform data collection, data analysis, testing, and troubleshooting on large quantities of corporate operations, logistics, or aircraft maintenance data.
• Extract, transform, and load data using TOAD, SQL, Python, and/or Informatica.
• Provide configuration and/or data management for data, information, files, and documents.
• Analyze relevant and existing data available in published Tableau/Qlik dashboards that align with program mission; ingest and/or integrate into the ADTS environment.
• Explore relevant data within the NAE data environment and determine what data may be of interest/influence to RCB-related activities.  Determine most appropriate methods of rendering data accessible to the RCB/ADTS environment.
• Become the resident DECKPLATE / MRO / AMSRR expert on the development team to be able to quickly validate data / answer questions related to ADTS/development activities.
• Utilize prescribed methods of data modeling to develop predictive or scenario-based analytical solutions and determine best methods for incorporation into RCB digital toolkit.
• Explore NLP and AI options to further enhance the capabilities of the RCB digital toolkit using available NAE maintenance and readiness data.
• Other duties as assigned or required

Required:

• Experience developing and executing SQL queries in Business Objects/TOAD/Cognos or similar BI tools.
• Familiarity with visualization tools such as Qlik, Tableau or Power BI.
• Experiencing utilizing Python to analyze/transport data.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word and Excel (mail merge, pivot tables, macros, VBA).
• BS/BA degree and minimum of 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience. Advanced degree in related subject preferred.

Desired:

• Experience in performing statistical analysis of data, including regression analysis, hypothesis testing, standard deviation, and predictive analysis.
• Experience developing/creating reports with Business Objects or other BI query tool.
• Experience developing visualizations using Qlik, Tableau or Power BI.
• Experience using DECKPLATE or other Naval Maintenance Databases a plus.
• Experience providing support to NAVAIR IT organization/environment.

Security Clearance:

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance.  Active Secret clearance desired, interim Secret acceptable to start. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.  

Education/Experience: 

BS/BA degree and minimum of 3 years related experience OR AA/AS degree and 7 years related experience OR HS and 9 years related experience. Advanced degree in related subject preferred.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan