# Data Scientist

> XMSTART · Chantilly, United States · — · Posted 2026-11-11

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** MERIGOLD (XMS sub to Arcfield)

## Description

XMSTART is looking to add experienced and strategic full-time Data Scientists to our teams in Chantilly, VA and Aurora, CO. These positions are 100% onsite. 

The Data Scientist applies data analysis, modeling, and AI/ML techniques to help extract insight from data, supporting decision-making, and improve mission performance and business processes.

**Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:**

-   Preparing, cleaning, and exploring structed and unstructured data
-   Developing analytic approaches, features, and models to address mission needs
-   Evaluating model performance and supporting validation or testing activities
-   Creating visualizations, summaries, and reports to communicate findings
-   Assisting with data quality assessment, data management, and documentation
-   Collaborating with stakeholders to refine requirements and support decision-making

## Requirements

-   An active TS/SCI with Poly
-   Junior – 0 to 5 years of Experience, Intermediate – 5 to 10 years of Experience, Senior – 10+ years of experience
-   Experience in data science, analytics, statistics, AI/ML, or a related field
-   Ability to analyze data and communicate findings clearly
-   Familiarity with data preparation, modeling, evaluation, and visualization practices
-   Strong problem-solving skills and attention to data quality

## Apply

[Apply at XMSTART](https://apply.workable.com/xm-start/j/EED8E65806/apply)

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