Overview
UIC Bowhead is seeking a mission-focused, policy-savvy C2 Data Scientist to support the Program Manager for Marine Air-Ground Task Force Command and Control (PM MAGTF C2) within a military acquisition program office. This role bridges traditional data science with strategic-level advisory functions. The successful candidate will operate at the intersection of data science, enterprise portfolio management, and tactical command and control (C2) systems. This position will directly contribute to shaping emerging DoD, Joint, and USMC data-centric policies and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), while ensuring that advanced analytics and AI/ML solutions align with both enterprise and operational warfighter needs.
Responsibilities
Coordinate PM MAGTF C2's participation in developing DoD, Joint, and Marine Corps data strategies and TTPs related to integrated C2, mission command, Zero Trust, and data governance.
Contribute to cross-functional working groups, shaping policy and strategy for data-centric operations at both tactical and enterprise levels.
Perform and/or assess statistical and exploratory data analysis (EDA) on portfolio-level data to inform executive decisions and SAFe-aligned strategy execution.
Drive the design and implementation of predictive models and machine learning techniques tailored for DDIL environments and tactical decision-making @contexts.
Develop and/or support the creation of dashboards and visualizations that support Lean Portfolio Management (LPM), strategic portfolio reviews, and operational alignment.
Lead the development and coordination of PM MAGTF C2's data governance plan and tagging guidance, ensuring alignment with enterprise and mission needs.
Drive the implementation of enterprise level data policies into the PM MAGTF C2 data strategy.
Assess and recommend emerging data science, AI/ML tools, and architectures for integration into composable, tactical decision support platforms.
Author and deliver technical reports and white papers on analytics strategies, governance frameworks, and model integration to support portfolio objectives.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
5+ years of experience applying data science in a defense, intelligence, or C2 domain.
Familiarity with military acquisition processes and the DoD Data Strategy, including metadata standards, and AI/ML integration.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to support policy development, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional coordination.
Strong understanding of the data science domain including trends, technologies, and toolsets.
Proficiency in data platforms such as SQL and no SQL databases, big data, distributed data processing.
Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, or other relevant data analysis languages.
Preferred:
Active Top Secret DoD Secret clearance.
Prior military service or experience supporting military C2 or tactical systems.
Experience designing models for DDIL environments and edge computing.
Exposure to tactical data mesh/data fabrics.
Experience using JIRA, Confluence, and Agile frameworks
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must currently hold a Secret security clearance. US Citizenship is required.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2025-23269
Category Information Technology
Location : Location US-VA-Stafford
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Top Secret
Minimum Clearance Required Secret
Travel Requirement Less than 10%
