Data Analyst

Role overview

We are recruiting for a Haystack partner for a full-time, on-site Data Analyst role based in Washington, DC. This position centers on building and improving mathematical and physics-driven models, simulations, and analytical tools that support mission-level decision-making.

What you will do

• Support teams working on modeling, simulation, and analytical systems grounded in mathematics and physics.
• Evaluate and shape new ISRT and BMC2 concepts as well as related system architectures.
• Study and represent the physics and engineering behind important sensing and counter-sensing technologies.
• Build and apply new multi-sensor data fusion and resource optimization algorithms inside mission simulations.
• Carry out software-in-the-loop testing to support planning, execution, and data interpretation.
• Prepare documentation and communicate findings to project leads, sponsors, and other decision-makers.

What you need

• A bachelor’s degree in a technical or scientific discipline such as Applied Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Five or more years of relevant experience in modeling and simulation.
• Strong ability to develop, apply, and improve scientific and engineering models, simulations, and data-processing methods.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills for collaborative work.
• Hands-on experience with version control tools such as Git or GitLab.
• Capacity to qualify for an Interim Secret clearance and ultimately a TS/SCI clearance.

What is offered

• Work on advanced technologies with meaningful national impact.
• Join a positive, inclusive environment that values creativity and varied perspectives.
• Benefit from a strong package that includes education assistance and retirement contributions.
• Access to modern facilities and resources.

Additional information

This opportunity is being shared on behalf of a Haystack partner. The role appears to require a security clearance path from Interim Secret to TS/SCI. No salary, stipend, number of openings, start date, or application deadline was provided in the source.