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Requisition # R65477 Locations USA-HI-Halawa Posting Date 01/26/2026 Security Clearance Required TS/SCI Remote Type Hybrid Time Type Full timeDescription & Requirements
Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now—protect and innovate with MANTECH!***This is for a future opportunity***
MANTECH seeks a mission-driven and innovative Data Scientist to join our team in Oahu, Hawaii. In this role you will support cutting-edge analytics, machine learning, and data engineering techniques to deliver strategic and tactical insights that enhance readiness, agility, and operational effectiveness. This role directly supports national defense priorities and partners with key mission stakeholders.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Design and deploy predictive models, data pipelines, and statistical analyses to inform mission decisions.
Translate data into actionable intelligence for both technical and non-technical audiences, contributing to strategic and operational planning.
Leverage AI/ML technologies to build models that support command objectives, including readiness assessments, resource optimization, and mission planning.
Collaborate with multi-functional teams including data engineers, logisticians, and operations planners to deploy and refine ML models using Government MLOps platforms.
Develop advanced data visualizations to enhance situational awareness and enable faster, informed decision-making in distributed environments.
Document methodologies and processes to ensure reproducibility, knowledge sharing, and seamless transition across analytic teams.
Support the integration of mission-enabling technologies including robotic process automation (RPA), natural language processing, and predictive analytics.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
9+ years of relevant experience, including 4+ years leading data science initiatives and developing predictive models
Proficiency in Python, R, or similar languages for statistical analysis and model development
Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn
Skilled in data querying using SQL/NoSQL and working within cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
High School and 4 years of additional experience or Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience may be exchanged in lieu of a required Bachelor's degree
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s or Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline
Experience supporting Department of Defense and/or Intelligence Community missions
Familiarity with geospatial tools such as ArcGIS or QGIS
Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and DevSecOps pipelines
Working knowledge of Agile development methodologies and Git-based version control
Clearance Requirements:
Must hold an Active TS/SCI clearance.
Physical Requirements:
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.
The projected compensation range for this position is $141,500.00-$236,000.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.