Skunk Works Data Scientist Senior Level 3
Lockheed Martin· Defense· Sep 1, 2026 · 2mo ago
Palmdale, CA
In office
Full-time
Senior
$150K–$200K est.
5+ years exp
Job description
Standard Job Description
Perform exploratory research and analysis to identify novel and meaningful patterns in data and uses statistical methods to reject or accept proposed hypotheses about relationships or latent predictive factors discovered through their work to provide business value. Uses a combination of tools, technologies, and numerical computing systems (i.e.: GPU processing, distributed computing, highly parallel coding, cloud computing, machine learning, visualization, system modelling and simulation) to achieve results. Areas of expertise should include several of the following: applied statistics, text mining, natural language processing, deep learning, optimization, and other similar fields. Work on datasets with applied statistics and machine learning algorithms; Use exploratory data analysis techniques to identify meaningful relationships, patterns, or trends from complex data sets and discover opportunities in datasets to support decision-making; Develop predictive models and new algorithms to solve data / business problems; Understand the math and statistics behind the models and interpret, extrapolate, and prescribe from data to deliver actionable recommendations using effective visualizations
What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, lockheedmartin.com > Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
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Basic Qualifications
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in Engineering, Computer Science, AI/Data Science/Analytics
• Experience with structured and unstructured data for descriptive/diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytical needs
• Experience with navigating, developing, and working with SAP HANA or similar data warehouse database
• Working level experience in SQL or Python
• Active secret security clearance with investigation in the last 5 years or enrollment in CE
• Ability to obtain special program access within 3 months of start
Desired Skills
• Extensive knowledge of developing in Tableau - data models, visualizations, maintenance
• Experience with/in one or more of the operations related business functions such as production opeations, quality, GSC, production operations
• Masters degree
• Experience in Aero ERP systems (SAP, Solumina, Apriso, etc.) & PLM systems (Teamcenter)
• Experience with integration of data products into customer applications
• Proficiency in JIRA/Confluence
• Previous experience in applying AI, automations, or other machine learning areas to buisness problems
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Parental Leave