{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c3d8ff178369faf38ed5272f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c3d8ff178369faf38ed5272f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c3d8ff178369faf38ed5272f","title":"Entry-Level Data Science / Python Software Developer Position - US Citizen Only","description":"Schedule: Full Time\nLocation: Huntsville, AL (Redstone Arsenal, AL) / On-Site\n\nJob Description: AVNIK has an immediate opportunity for a Data Scientist or Software Developer to provide analysis using US Government Modeling & Simulation (M&S) tools for sustainment engineering to the CCDC AvMC. Expertise with Python is required. HS+4 yrs of experience, BS+0Yrs of Experience or MS+0Yrs of Experience.\nAt AVNIK, we're different! Quality of life is non-negotiable. We work smart and have a blast doing it. We hire experts and have superb benefits. As a member of our engineering team, you'll be challenged with conducting sustainment analysis for Government weapon systems. You'll use your interpersonal skills to develop lasting relationships with internal and external organizations and stakeholders. Come strive in a fast-paced environment while learning and growing in the field of engineering.\nThe candidate will be working as part of an engineering team providing engineering support in logistics, sustainment, and procurement analysis. Ability to identify, research, and analyze data sources/databases to define and extract critical information for engineering analysis. It is essential for the candidate to establish and maintain close relationships with internal AvMC personnel. Candidates must clearly express ideas and concepts, perform as part of a multi-disciplinary team/IPTs/Working Groups, and operate fluidly in a multi-tasking environment.\nResponsibilities:\nInterface with customers to define M&S requirements.\nDevelop software pipelines to manage M&S environment.\nProvide charts, graphs, data analysis and technical/engineering results to leadership and customers.\nInterpret M&S results for customer briefing development.\nPrepare and present briefings on analysis, current tasks, schedules, and goals.\nProvide technical analysis on Army platform logistics and sustainment key performance metrics.\nProvide input to team on discussion of technical issues, tasks, briefings, goals, potential funding, etc.\nResolve technical M&S issues through debugging, research, and investigation.\nManage workload across multiple projects/tasks and meet delivery schedules.\nAbility to work independently with self-motivation\nProfessional communication skills demonstrated on a daily basis.\nEducation & Citizenship Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, etc), Applied Mathematics, or related technical field is required and 0+ years of experience. MS degree is equal to 2 yrs of experience. Hight School (HS) + 4 yrs of experience may be considered in lieu of education. Advanced degree is a plus. Candidate must be a US Citizen.\n\nRequired Skills:\nAdvanced Python software development skills (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, SciPy, SQLite 3, Native data structures in Python: Nested Lists, Nested Dictionaries)\nObject-Oriented Programming (OOP)\nStrong written and verbal communication skills are mandatory\nAdvanced skills with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets is mandatory\nExperience working with databases using SQL queries\nFamiliarization with Statistical Methods, Analysis and theory (Linear Regression, Confidence Intervals)\nFamiliarization with M&S theory (Stochastic, Deterministic, Monte Carlo, Heuristic, Discrete Event)\nAdvanced skills with MS Office (PowerPoint)\nAbility to clean and parse large and complex data sets\nSelf-starter, independent worker, strong work ethic\nExcellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver regular updates and feedback clearly and tactfully is essential.\nCandidates must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance\nDesired Skills:\nExperience conducting statistical analysis - Excel and Python (Pandas)\nExperience with Integrated Development Environment (IDE) - VS Code, other\nModel Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) – Magic Draw, Cameo\nExperience writing technical reports and developing customers briefings\nAdditional Requirements:\nAbility to successfully complete Background Investigation to include: 50 State Criminal, Education, Employment, Credit and Driving Records Checks for continued employment.\nMust be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance. Possession of an INTERIM SECRET security clearance is required to begin employment; Ability to maintain a SECRET security clearance is required for continued employment; US Citizenship is Required.\n\nAVNIK is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive salary/benefits package. 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