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Northrop Grumman

Principal Data Scientist, Insights & Intelligence

Northrop Grumman

. Work directly with stakeholders (engineers, program managers, subject matter experts) to scope problems, formulate the right analytical questions, and translate business challenges into rigorous data science approaches .

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeVirginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $113,900 - $170,900 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSCloudPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Work directly with stakeholders (engineers, program managers, subject matter experts) to scope problems, formulate the right analytical questions, and translate business challenges into rigorous data science approaches
  • Apply deep analytical thinking to decompose complex problems—critically evaluate data quality and relevance, challenge assumptions, and design methods that address the business need
  • Develop statistical models, machine learning solutions, and analytical frameworks that deliver actionable insights and drive operational decisions
  • Build user-friendly, production-grade ML/AI applications (e.g., Streamlit, Dash) and analytical artifacts that provide data insights to teams across the enterprise and enable better decision making
  • Write production-quality Python code and develop analytical pipelines using cloud-based platforms (AWS, Databricks) to support scalable and reproducible data science workflows
  • Deliver insights through multiple channels—executive recommendations, analytical reports, interactive dashboards, and direct consultation with business leaders
  • Take ownership of the technical quality and business impact of your work—make thoughtful methodological decisions, validate approaches rigorously, and stand behind your recommendations
  • Stay current on analytical methods, statistical techniques, and domain-specific best practices to continuously improve the quality and impact of your work

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in data science, data analysis, or other relevant professional experience
  • Must have strong proficiency with Python, SQL, and Git
  • Must have deep understanding of statistical methods, machine learning algorithms, and when to apply different analytical techniques
  • Must have experience developing and deploying machine learning models in production environments
  • Must have proven ability to translate complex business problems into rigorous analytical frameworks
  • Must have demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with an ability to handle complex analytical challenges
  • Must have excellent communication skills and ability to deliver compelling, actionable recommendations to non-technical stakeholders
  • Must have strong track record of ownership and accountability for technical decisions and project outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

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Hard Skills & Tools
PythonSQLGitstatistical modelsmachine learning solutionsanalytical frameworksanalytical pipelinesdata science workflowsanalytical techniquesproduction-grade applications
Soft Skills
analytical thinkingproblem-solvingcritical thinkingcommunication skillsownershipaccountabilitystakeholder engagementmethodological decision-makingtranslating business problemsdelivering recommendations