Data Scientist - Mid (Sensor Technician) at GRVTY

<p><strong>What Impact You'll Have</strong></p> <p>GRVTY is seeking a Data Scientist - Sensor Systems Technician and Integration Engineer to support the installation, operation, and maintenance of advanced airborne mission equipment. This role combines hands-on technical experience with systems integration planning, IT network administration, and test execution for mission-critical aircraft platforms.</p> <p><strong>What You'll be Owning</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Flight &amp; Ground Testing:</strong> Plan, configure, and execute ground and flight-test programs for complex Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) hardware and software systems to support troubleshooting, calibration, and certification</li> <li><strong>Sensor Operation &amp; Maintenance:</strong> Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot hyperspectral sensors (e.g., ACES Hy, Big Green, PeARL-High Resolution Imagery) and electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensors (e.g., MX15, MX20)</li> <li><strong>Mission Readiness:</strong> Perform pre-mission system checks, field-level diagnostics, and corrective maintenance to guarantee operational readiness</li> <li><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</strong> Partner with pilots, sensor operators, data scientists, and engineering teams to support accurate data collection and validate the integration of new hardware and software packages</li> <li><strong>Technical Reporting:</strong> Provide detailed field reports and technical feedback to support root cause analysis, continuous system improvement, and lifecycle sustainment planning</li> <li><strong>Engineering Support:</strong> Read, interpret, and advise mechanical and electrical engineers on complex schematics, drawings, and system networks (including IP addressing). Design and review network and interface block diagrams for mission-critical IT and aircraft systems infrastructure</li> <li><strong>Safety &amp; Compliance:</strong> Ensure all flight operations strictly adhere to FAA and DoD safety protocols, aviation regulations, and industry standards</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Must Have</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Security Clearance:</strong> Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a SCI</li> <li><strong>Experience &amp; Education:</strong> Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field, with 8 years of experience supporting the design, integration, and test of ISR hardware and software systems on militarized aircraft</li> <li><strong>Technical Expertise:</strong> Demonstrated hands-on experience operating and maintaining EO/IR systems and a strong working knowledge of Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI) fundamentals</li> <li><strong>System Administration:</strong> Proven ability to execute software loads, firmware updates, and configuration changes within controlled baseline environments.</li> <li><strong>Diagnostic Skills:</strong> High proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and complex integration drawings</li> <li><strong>Project Management:</strong> Strong track record of managing workloads, screening maintenance action forms, and coordinating efforts across multi-disciplinary teams</li> <li><strong>Strategic Problem Solving:</strong> Demonstrated systems thinking with the ability to evaluate the second- and third-order impacts of operational decisions</li> <li><strong>Leadership &amp; Autonomy:</strong> Professional maturity, sound judgment, leadership potential, and the proven ability to operate independently with minimal oversight</li> </ul> <p><strong>What Would be Nice to Have</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Operational Experience:</strong> Accrued flight-hour experience directly supporting Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions</li> <li><strong>Compliance Knowledge:</strong> Familiarity with configuration management principles and formal airworthiness approval processes</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications. We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.</p> <ul> <li>The pay range for this position is: $130,000 - $140,000</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p></p> <p><strong>Pay Range: </strong>At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.<br>We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.<br>Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p></p></div><div class="title">Virginia Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$130,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$140,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p id="isPasted"><strong>Why Choose GRVTY</strong></p> <hr> <p>The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.</p> <p>We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.</p> <p>At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Health Savings Account with company contribution &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Paid Parental Leave &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;401k with generous company match &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Training and Development Opportunities &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Award Programs &nbsp;</p> <p>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Variety of Company Sponsored Events</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>EEO Statement</strong></p> <hr> <p>GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.&nbsp;</p> <p>Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank">[email protected]</a> or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. </p> <p><a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf" target="_blank">Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)</a> &nbsp;</p> <p>Please review our current job openings and apply for the positions you believe may be a fit. If you are not an immediate fit, we will also keep your resume in our database for future opportunities.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>