Mission Box Technologies
We are seeking a Data Scientist
to support a national security customer in Springfield, VA. This individual will play a key role on the Data & AI consulting team, contributing to data visualization, business analytics, data management, and digital engineering initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset and strong technical capabilities to develop intuitive dashboards, tools, and datasets that enhance operational oversight and mission impact.
Responsibilities: •
Develop, maintain, and enhance analytic visualizations and tools to evaluate and communicate office status and operations •
Integrate data from multiple sources (e.g., Jira, Excel, SQL) to produce actionable visualizations and connect disparate datasets •
Use data storytelling to communicate complex program performance metrics to senior leadership for investment, prioritization, and strategy decisions •
Design, develop, and maintain Tableau dashboards tailored to specific stakeholder groups—visually engaging, intuitive, and data-rich •
Manage the dashboard and analytics product inventory, including backlog tracking and prioritization •
Present and demo visualizations to senior leadership and stakeholders, gathering feedback for improvements •
Document data processes, create SOPs, maintain data dictionaries, and contribute to Confluence or internal knowledge sharing pages •
Explore automation opportunities and integration with unstructured data and Enterprise-level tools, including LLM-compatible formats
Must Have's: •
Active and current Top Secret/SCI security clearance (must be able to upgrade and maintain a CI polygraph) •
Bachelor's degree •
At least 8 years of professional experience •
Proven experience in data analysis and visualization •
Proficiency with coding languages, software tools, or scripting for data work
Nice to Have's: •
Hands-on experience creating dashboards in Tableau •
Ability to proactively identify opportunities for analytics enhancement •
Experience with COTS statistical tools (SPSS, SAS, MatLab, etc.) •
Proficiency in data mining, database development, or data maintenance •
Working knowledge of Python, MySQL, D3, SPSS, SAS, Visual Basic, or R for summarizing and presenting statistical data •
Strong communication skills to engage stakeholders on the value of data science solutions •
Familiarity with AI/ML tools or platforms •
Willingness to contribute to a collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment
Location: Springfield, VA (on-site) Salary: $120,000–$165,000 Benefits: Our client offers a comprehensive and flexible benefits package through SourceFly, including: • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance • Personal and Family Sick Time & Paid Holidays • Parental Leave • Basic Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement & Learning Opportunities • Skills Development & Certification Support • Employee Referral Program
to support a national security customer in Springfield, VA. This individual will play a key role on the Data & AI consulting team, contributing to data visualization, business analytics, data management, and digital engineering initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset and strong technical capabilities to develop intuitive dashboards, tools, and datasets that enhance operational oversight and mission impact.
Responsibilities: •
Develop, maintain, and enhance analytic visualizations and tools to evaluate and communicate office status and operations •
Integrate data from multiple sources (e.g., Jira, Excel, SQL) to produce actionable visualizations and connect disparate datasets •
Use data storytelling to communicate complex program performance metrics to senior leadership for investment, prioritization, and strategy decisions •
Design, develop, and maintain Tableau dashboards tailored to specific stakeholder groups—visually engaging, intuitive, and data-rich •
Manage the dashboard and analytics product inventory, including backlog tracking and prioritization •
Present and demo visualizations to senior leadership and stakeholders, gathering feedback for improvements •
Document data processes, create SOPs, maintain data dictionaries, and contribute to Confluence or internal knowledge sharing pages •
Explore automation opportunities and integration with unstructured data and Enterprise-level tools, including LLM-compatible formats
Must Have's: •
Active and current Top Secret/SCI security clearance (must be able to upgrade and maintain a CI polygraph) •
Bachelor's degree •
At least 8 years of professional experience •
Proven experience in data analysis and visualization •
Proficiency with coding languages, software tools, or scripting for data work
Nice to Have's: •
Hands-on experience creating dashboards in Tableau •
Ability to proactively identify opportunities for analytics enhancement •
Experience with COTS statistical tools (SPSS, SAS, MatLab, etc.) •
Proficiency in data mining, database development, or data maintenance •
Working knowledge of Python, MySQL, D3, SPSS, SAS, Visual Basic, or R for summarizing and presenting statistical data •
Strong communication skills to engage stakeholders on the value of data science solutions •
Familiarity with AI/ML tools or platforms •
Willingness to contribute to a collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment
Location: Springfield, VA (on-site) Salary: $120,000–$165,000 Benefits: Our client offers a comprehensive and flexible benefits package through SourceFly, including: • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance • Personal and Family Sick Time & Paid Holidays • Parental Leave • Basic Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement & Learning Opportunities • Skills Development & Certification Support • Employee Referral Program