CBRN Defense Data Scientist
About this role
Modeling complex chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear systems and developing batch programs for hazard runs forms the core of daily duties for this position. The specialist acts as a modeler for countering weapons of mass destruction, extracting data from modeling programs to generate user-friendly tables and graphics for analysts. Support is provided through computer modeling for technical analysis, operational evaluations, and research addressing the operations arena and defense technical domains.
Dynamis operates on behalf of Air Force Headquarters, the Air Force Installation Management Support Center, and United States Air Force Europe-Air Force Africa. The incoming professional interprets scientific and operational testing results for operators such as pilots and maintainers. A qualified candidate brings extensive experience in computer programming and specialized expertise in supporting technical analysis of CBRN threats.
What you will do
- Serve as a modeler for countering weapons of mass destruction to simulate complex systems with agent effects and attributes across varying operational environments.
- Extract data from modeling programs via post-processing utilities to deliver clear data tables and graphics showing toxicity effects, agent degradation, and contaminated area coverage.
- Develop and utilize batch programs that allow analysts to execute thousands of hazard runs without manual one-by-one processing.
- Apply computer modeling to support technical analysis addressing operational questions in areas such as non-proliferation, targeting, interdiction, and strike actions.
- Provide computer modeling support for technical research and operational evaluations to interpret scientific testing results for aircrews, maintainers, and defenders.
What you need
- Candidates must hold United States citizenship.
- Applicants are required to possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree with fourteen years of related experience, a master’s degree with twelve years of experience, or a doctorate with nine years of experience.
- An active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance with eligibility is mandatory.
- Individuals must demonstrate subject matter expertise in computer programming for major combat operations-related modeling of CBRN materials and complex systems.
- Specialized expertise in providing modeling support for the technical analysis of CBRN threats is required.
- Candidates need excellent oral and written communication skills along with proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
- The role requires the ability to work from alternate, off-site locations as needed.
Nice to have
- Active TS with SCI eligibility
- History of incorporating results of lab or field analysis of CBRN-related tests into modeling programs
- History of developing unique tools to assist analysts interpret and utilize raw data within analytical projects
- History of the manipulation of raw observational data and presenting an informed product
- History of understanding observational data from various sources
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
Where is the work located?
Work will be performed onsite at the Pentagon or Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. The position also requires the ability to work from alternate, off-site locations as required.
What is the salary range for the role?
The salary range is $110,000-190,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and potential contract funding.
What programming languages and tools are used?
The tech stack includes Python, C++, Visual Basic, and hazard run programs such as HPAC, VLSTRACK, and HOTSPOT. Proficiency with MS Office products is also required.
What security clearance is needed?
Applicants must hold an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance with eligibility. An active TS with SCI eligibility is preferred.