Sandboxx · 3 weeks ago
Senior Data Analyst (Defense Programs)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expSandboxx is the leading platform dedicated to finding and building technology solutions throughout a service member's military life cycle. The role involves building readiness analytics capabilities, translating user data into military-relevant insights, and developing predictive models that connect communication and family engagement with trainee outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Architect and execute co‑marketing campaigns internally and with partners
Lead the design and execution of Sandboxx’s first end-to-end impact analytics framework
Transform user engagement data into measurable insights that connect communication, family support, and military outcomes
Build predictive and prescriptive models that identify the factors most correlated with improved performance and reduced attrition
Develop dashboards and visualization tools that translate complex data into accessible, actionable stories for both leadership and partners
Quantify Sandboxx’s economic and operational impact through defensible cost avoidance and efficiency models
Deliver executive-ready briefs, summaries, and presentations that position Sandboxx as a trusted, data-informed partner
Establish long-term data practices, documentation, and training that allow internal teams to sustain analytics growth after contract completion
Audit all Sandboxx data pipelines, dashboards, and reporting structures, documenting at least three critical data or measurement gaps
Conduct stakeholder interviews across Product, Marketing, and Partnerships to define top five impact questions Sandboxx must answer to prove value
Produce a Baseline Impact Brief correlating Sandboxx engagement metrics (letters sent, active users, message frequency) with early indicators of retention and support
Deliver an Assessment Report identifying existing data limitations, with prioritized recommendations for improving data quality and model readiness
Present an initial Analytics Roadmap to leadership outlining the models, datasets, and dashboards required to measure impact at the Service level
Build and validate at least two predictive or regression models linking Sandboxx engagement to key outcomes (attrition risk, retention, shipping behavior)
Develop a prototype dashboard that visualizes Sandboxx impact using common DoD metrics such as participation rate, throughput, and engagement-to-outcome ratios
Quantify Sandboxx’s estimated cost avoidance from reduced attrition or improved throughput using available training cost baselines
Deliver one executive-ready presentation summarizing predictive findings, impact estimates, and confidence intervals for leadership and partners
Provide written data requirements and process documentation to enable repeatability and scalability of models
Refine predictive models into prescriptive insights, identifying the top three engagement behaviors statistically linked to positive outcomes
Deliver a Sandboxx Impact Analytics Playbook that documents model logic, data sources, update cadence, and reporting templates
Create a long-term data strategy memo outlining future staffing, tooling, and integration recommendations to sustain analytics growth
Develop and present a Final Executive Brief quantifying Sandboxx’s impact, readiness value, and cost avoidance potential, suitable for inclusion in future proposals or renewals
Train at least two internal team members on how to maintain dashboards and update models post-contract
Qualification
Required
Experienced data or research professional with a strong background in applied analytics, statistics, or operations research
Ability to translate complex data into clear insights that inform decision-making
Proficiency in statistical modeling, data visualization, and predictive analytics using tools such as Python, R, or similar
Experience working with structured and unstructured datasets to uncover relationships and quantify impact
Strong communication skills with the ability to brief senior leadership and external stakeholders
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality analysis within a defined timeframe
Understanding of privacy, data security, and sensitivity considerations in handling user or personnel data
Preferred
Have 8–10 years of experience in data science, analytics, or applied research
Have built predictive models or frameworks that measure human or organizational outcomes
Know how to turn complex data into clear, decision-ready insights for senior leaders
Have familiarity with defense, government, or mission-driven analytics
Are fluent in tools like Python, R, SQL, or Tableau
Have a track record of creating scalable, documented analytics systems others can use
Benefits
Equity incentive plan
401k with matching and sharing
Top-tier health insurance and family benefits
Flexible paid vacation
Paid parental leave
Company
Sandboxx
Sandboxx is a military media and technology company.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$13MKey Investors
Boathouse Capital
2021-12-01Private Equity· $8M
2017-06-01Series B· $3M
2015-04-12Non Equity Assistance
Leadership Team
Sam Meek
Founder & CEO
Swamy R
Co-Founder, COO & CTO
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