Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are: AM Pierce & Associates and Applied Technologies Group (ATG), a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research, Cyber, C5ISR, Program & Acquisition Management services and solutions to a diverse government and industry client base. We are a stable and growing company who offers our employees a rich benefits package, supportive and flexible work environment, and the opportunity to work with experts in their field.

The Position: We are seeking a skilled Senior Data Scientist with technical expertise to support military missions.

Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $180,000 - $205,000 annually, based upon an individual's level of experience, skillset, and education. The range that is given is an estimate and may vary based on contractual constraints. At AM Pierce & Associates, it is our goal to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

The Location: Patuxent River, MD

The Work Environment: Hybrid

The Description:

In this role, ideal candidates will possess a strong background in data extraction, data cleaning, data visualization, statistical analysis, automation, and metrics development. Knowledge of experiment design, data modeling, and validation of results in operational environments is highly desirable.

Other duties/responsibilities include:

• Conduct comparative analyses between simulation results and real-world test data.
• Extract, clean, engineer, and validate data from various sources, including test computers and data stores (warehouses).
• Develop, test, and refine predictive models to support mission-critical decision-making.
• Perform statistical analyses and hypothesis testing to derive actionable insights.
• Create high-quality, visually compelling data visualizations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Automate data pipelines and reporting processes to increase operational efficiency and reduce redundancy.
• Design and implement experiments to support product development and system testing, ensuring reproducibility and statistical rigor.
• Develop metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and evaluate data quality and model performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate operational needs into technical requirements and actionable data models.
• Implement machine learning and advanced data science techniques to enhance data fusion and predictive capabilities.
• Conduct data quality assessments and troubleshoot data inconsistencies in large and complex datasets.
• Document technical workflows, maintain detailed records of methodologies, and contribute to knowledge-sharing within the team.
• Program in Python, R, or MATLAB with advanced proficiency in at least one, and adapt as needed to additional languages or frameworks (e.g., SQL, C++).
• Stay informed on emerging data science and analytics methodologies to continuously improve the organization's data capabilities

Education & Experience:

• Active DoD Secret required. Top-Secret clearance eligibility, desired.
• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Ten (10) years or more of experience performing duties described in the description.
• Experience in target tracking, sensor fusion methodologies; preferred.

Travel:

• On some occasions, the employee may be required to drive to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, travel may be required.

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AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Disability Coverage
• Traditional 401(k) and ROTH 401k Retirement Plans
• Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Incentive Programs, Awards and Recognition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will Preparation
• Identity Theft Protection & Legal Support
• Referral Program
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Norton Life Lock
• HSA and FSA plans

The specific program and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, Full or Part-time status, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations concerning Affirmative action and workplace equal opportunity. In further detail, AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, does not discriminate in employment decisions (to include applicants and employees) based on race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, takes affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of employment. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, does not take adverse employment actions against applicants and employees for asking about, discussing, or sharing information about their pay or the pay of their co-workers.

If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position with AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, through its online applicant system, please contact AM Pierce & Associates Human Resources Department at (240) 718-3800.

If your background meets the qualifications of the position, please submit your resume and salary requirements to careers@ampierce.com or submit an application online.

AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, verifies employment eligibility through E-Verify.

This is a non-management position.

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