Applied Mathematician/Analyst (E30-2026-24952):
Bowhead seeks an experienced Applied Mathematician/Analyst with expertise in advanced mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, physics, and software development.
***This position will require onsite work at the Bowhead office or Navy installation. ***
Responsibilities:
The Applied Mathematician/Analyst requires a balanced skill set including mathematical modeling, software and tool development, and the ability to communicate insights clearly to diverse stakeholders. Skilled in solving complex, research & development / prototype problems using high-level mathematics to support critical U.S. defense mission objectives.
Job duties include but are not limited to:
- Develop mathematical models, algorithms, and simulations to solve real-world, open-ended defense-related problems.
- Leverage experience in mathematics and software development to design, implement, analyze, and deploy improvements for weapons systems extremely important to short and long-term effects on U.S. defense.
- Apply advanced mathematics, physics, statistics, predictive modeling, and machine learning techniques to identify meaningful patterns and generate actionable insights from complex datasets.
- Develop analysis software and tooling to enhance analysis abilities and speed integration of techniques developed in this position into real-world systems.
- Use Modeling and Simulation to analyze performance of existing and new techniques on simulated and real-world data.
- Design, create, verify, and document software components to deliver stakeholder value.
- Present technical findings and insights in ways that are clear and impactful for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Manage and exploit internal and external data sets, ensuring integrity and value in data-driven operations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
- Minimum five plus (5+) years of relevant experience in applied mathematics, or related fields
- Experience in pattern recognition, predictive analytics, Kalman filtering, statistical fitting, machine learning, mathematical modeling, and simulations.
- Proficiency in software development with one or more modern, general-purpose programming languages (Java, Python, C/C#/C++, JavaScript, Ada).
- Strong background in mathematical modeling, numerical methods, and computational tools (Python, MATLAB, R).
Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills; effective at interfacing with employees at all levels and external stakeholders.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing with technical/non-technical audiences.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve mission objectives efficiently.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Physical Demands:
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
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