ABOUT US: NAVAIDE: CATALYSTS FOR A STRONGER TOMORROW:

At Navaide, we exist to empower organizations to evolve and adapt in a rapidly changing world. By combining human ingenuity with transformative technology, we develop innovative solutions that drive progress for the people and systems that strengthen our nation. Our mission is rooted in agility, scalability, and a commitment to exceeding expectations, ensuring impactful results for our clients and communities.

RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 4+ years of experience in applied data science, machine learning, or advanced analytics
• Proficiency in Python and PySpark for large-scale data analysis and modeling
• Hands-on experience using MLflow or similar platforms for ML lifecycle management
• Experience designing and implementing predictive maintenance models (e.g., survival analysis, classification, time series forecasting)
• Familiarity with audit analytics, risk indicators, and internal controls
• Strong knowledge of statistics, feature engineering, and model evaluation metrics
• Experience working with big data platforms (Databricks, Hadoop, Spark) and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• Ability to communicate complex results to technical and non-technical stakeholders

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
Join a growing, fast-paced team solving meaningful challenges for the Department of Defense.
For more about us, please check out the following links:
About Navaide (https://navaide.com/about/)
Other Opportunities (https://navaide.com/careers/)
Employee Benefits (https://navaide.com/careers)
Connect with us on LinkedIn! (https://www.linkedin.com/company/navaide)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Navaide is an EEO Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
E-Verify Participation:
E-Verify Participation Poster (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf)
IER Right to Work Poster (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IERRightToWorkPoster%20EngEs.pdf)

ABOUT THIS ROLE:

As a Data Scientist at Navaide, you will support mission-driven federal programs by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Leveraging cutting-edge tools and frameworks, you’ll develop machine learning models, perform advanced analytics, and deliver predictive solutions that drive operational efficiency, system reliability, and informed decision-making.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable machine learning models and pipelines
• Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA), feature engineering, and statistical modeling
• Lead efforts in predictive maintenance, fault detection, and health monitoring of assets
• Conduct audit analytics to detect anomalies, identify trends, and support data-driven compliance reviews
• Manage ML workflows using tools like MLflow or equivalent MLOps platforms
• Collaborate with data engineers, product teams, and client stakeholders to align analytics with mission outcomes
• Document methodologies, models, and outcomes in support of governance and auditability