Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)

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Defense Logistics Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)

New Cumberland, PA +7 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Telework Eligible

    Yes

    Major Duties

    • Serves as an AI (Artificial Intelligence) Testing and Evaluation Data Scientist providing subject matter AI expertise and execution to test and evaluate AI systems.
    • Provides professional and scientific expertise in the application of data science disciplines for complex studies in machine learning and deep learning algorithms, statistical analysis, visualizations, programing and computer science.
    • Provides expertise in evaluating and measuring data science and artificial intelligence systems in accordance with data science Lifecyle practices within DoD parameters.
    • Ensures AI systems are developed in accordance with applicable legal frameworks such as General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
    • Incorporates, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) test and evaluation requirements, DOD AI ethical principles into DLA AI test and evaluation framework to generate an RAI test strategy for modeling cases.
    • Utilizes expertise to coordinate the integration of the DLA AI testing and evaluation program during the product lifecycle from concept and design inception, as development proceeds, and integrated to ensure effective RAI implementation.

    Qualification Summary

    To qualify for a Data Scientist (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning), your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. AND B. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-14 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: - Conducts large, agency wide, research and development reviews of metrics, measurements, and evaluation methods for emerging and existing areas of AI. - Utilizes data science expertise to develop algorithms and tools to support data manipulation and processing as well as the use of data visualization techniques to articulate high risk findings. - Ensures the AI systems are designed for auditability to manage AI risk assessment policies and principles which guide automated decisions supporting DLA business operations. - Provides expert advice to senior leadership and AI stakeholders to adopt new or revised policy and implementation plans resulting from AI test and evaluation integration. - Assesses data quality and establishes standards to validate quality criteria for data to ensure it meets the necessary requirements for AI testing and evaluation. OR C. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus appropriate experience. D. Education: Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized experience. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

  • Compensation
    $124,531-$185,234 per year
  • Industry
    Government Relations
  • Locations
    Battle Creek, MI • Wright-Patterson AFB, OH • Whitehall, OH • New Cumberland, PA • Philadelphia, PA • Hill Afb, UT • Richmond, VA • Fort Belvoir, VA
  • Fun Fact
    Working for the Defense Logistics Agency means being part of the largest logistics agency in the Department of Defense. Our 25,000 employees are dedicated to providing essential services to military and federal organizations.
  • About Us

    The Nation's Logistics Combat Support Agency, responsible for delivering agile, adaptive, and resilient logistics support across the continuum of conflict.