Leidos · 7 hours ago
Data Analysis Task Leader/Senior Contributor
Seaside, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$131K/yr - $237K/yr
10+ years expLeidos is seeking a Data Analysis Task Leader/Senior Contributor to support the Department of Defense’s personnel testing and assessment mission. This role involves providing technical leadership for analytic workstreams, including psychometrics, large-scale data analysis, and operational test support.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the design and execution of quantitative studies, calibration efforts, and statistical evaluations
Manage development of scoring algorithms, item pool analyses, and classification models
Oversee integration of large datasets, including demographic, operational, and longitudinal data
Prepare detailed analytic documentation, reports, and data visualizations
Serve as primary liaison between analytic teams and technical development teams
Qualification
Required
Education: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in an operations research, mathematics, statistics, economics, engineering, data science or computer science field plus 15 years related work experience OR a Master's degree in an operations research, mathematics, statistics, economics, engineering, data science or computer science field plus 12 years of related experience OR a Ph.D. in an operations research, mathematics, statistics, economics, engineering, data science, or computer science field plus 10 years of related work experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to work independently as a member or leader of a team
Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and manage own work and the work of others
Demonstrated commitment to meeting high standards for product and service quality
Desire to learn and develop inventive methods that respond to client needs
Strong expertise in applied statistics, data science, or psychometrics, including regression modeling, multivariate analysis, statistical inference, and data validation methods
Proficiency with statistical programming languages such as R, Python, SAS, or similar analytic tools
Experience designing and conducting quantitative analyses, including scoring evaluations, calibration studies, simulation work, or predictive modeling
Ability to lead analytic workstreams, coordinate tasks, assign responsibilities, and ensure the quality and timeliness of technical outputs
Demonstrated experience producing statistical documentation, technical reports, data visualizations, and analytic exhibits for technical and non-technical audiences
Strong skills in preparing, cleaning, merging, and managing large datasets, including performing quality control checks
Ability to communicate analytic findings clearly and translate technical results into actionable recommendations
Proven capability to work collaboratively with psychometric, behavioral science, IT, and program management teams
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify analytic risks, inconsistencies, or methodological gaps and recommend solutions
Must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) and successfully complete a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint check and a National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI) check. US Citizenship is required
This position is eligible for 75% remote work with occasional on-site work as required by customer and/or contract needs. Candidate must be located or willing to relocate within commuting distance of Seaside, CA
Preferred
Experience working with or within the DoD
Familiarity with DTAC and its mission and objectives
Familiarity with DoD or federal personnel testing, recruiting, or classification processes
Knowledge of military accession, recruiting, and classification processes
Experience with psychometric models, including Item Response Theory (IRT), Classical Test Theory (CTT), scaling, equating, and item pool analysis
Familiarity with computer-adaptive testing (CAT), algorithm development, simulation studies, or scoring logic implementation
Experience supporting high-stakes or operational testing programs (military, federal, certification/licensure, educational assessment)
Knowledge of APA/AERA/NCME professional standards and best practices for technical documentation and validity evidence
Experience supporting analytic components of software development or working with developers to implement scoring algorithms and data workflows
Familiarity with demographic or longitudinal data modeling, geographic analyses, or population-level statistical assessments
Experience supervising or mentoring analytic staff and reviewing others' code, analyses, or technical documentation
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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