Description
Leidos' Advanced Sensors Protective Technologies is seeking a Data Scientist to join its Airworthiness Test and Evaluation group. The successful candidate will work within the Program Management Office Aircraft Survivability Equipment (PMO ASE), aiding Product Offices through the application of scientific theory, design experimentation, and engineering principles in the test and evaluation mission for Aircraft Survivability Equipment.
Responsibilities include:
- compiling, reducing, formatting, analyzing, and presenting test data
- testing Aircraft Survivability Equipment, including qualitative and quantitative assessment of sensors, jammers, software upgrades, and other aircraft survivability systems
- applying practical knowledge to flight testing principles and concepts applicable to developmental and system qualification testing of DoD aircraft
- providing traceability from requirement to technical specifications
- providing input for testing events, test plans, and procedures for hardware and software testing
- assisting other engineers in designing and executing tests, analyzing data, and reporting results
- writing and maintaining code/scripts used in post-processing and analysis of system under test performance
- supporting test planning with OEM and Government Test Agencies
- participating in T&E WIPT sub-working groups
The ideal candidate will have:
- a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as data science, computer science, engineering, and 4-8 years of prior relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience
- proficiency in MATLAB, with additional experience in Python, R, or MATLAB
- experience with data analysis tools and software
- strong understanding of statistical analysis and modeling techniques
- knowledge of aviation systems and test methodologies
- excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- ability to create and present briefs and technical documentation for senior leadership
- strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- active DoD Secret clearance
- residency in Huntsville, AL, or willingness to relocate
- willingness to travel approximately 25%
Preferred qualifications include:
- relevant past experience in Missile Systems, Weapon Systems, Infrared Seeker Systems, and Radar Engineering & Analysis
- familiarity with Army regulations and protocols
- high organizational skills, demonstrating the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- experience working on aircraft survivability programs