Journeyman Computer and Info Research Scientist

About the role

Evans is seeking a Journeyman Computer and Info Research Scientist to join one of their growing contracts supporting the U.S. Navy. The role focuses on integrating cross-SYSCOM data assets, delivering real-time metrics visibility, developing advanced dashboards, and applying data science methodologies to identify technological trends, program performance patterns, and transition outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data integration pipelines that enable cross-SYSCOM data sharing and interoperability.
• Collaborate with data owners and system engineers to ensure data governance, security, and compliance with DoD standards.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to provide leadership with actionable insights, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Enable real-time or near-real-time metrics visibility for program execution, technology maturation, and funding alignment.
• Design and implement Phase III transition tracking tools to monitor technology insertion, operational adoption, and program outcomes.
• Analyze transition status, risks, timelines, and return-on-investment metrics to support decision-making across NAVAIR portfolios.
• Apply data science methods (e.g., statistical analysis, trend analysis, pattern recognition) to identify, merge technology trends, program execution patterns, and funding-to-outcome relationships.
• Develop predictive or exploratory models to support forecasting, portfolio alignment, and strategic planning efforts.
• Research and assess new analytical approaches and tools relevant to Navy R&D and acquisition environments.
• Work cross-functionally with government program managers, engineers, analysts, and contractors across NAVAIR and other SYSCOMs.
• Prepare technical documentation, briefings, and executive-level summaries to communicate findings and recommendations.

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Acquisition is preferred plus 3 years of experience.
• Experience supporting government acquisition related tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficiency in standard office tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• Basic data management and tracking skills.
• Ability to work effectively under supervision and follow established procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Technical expertise in data integration, analytics, and applied data science.
• Experience supporting government acquisition related tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficiency in standard office tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• Basic data management and tracking skills.
• Ability to work effectively under supervision and follow established procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Skills

• Data integration and pipeline design.
• Data governance and security.
• Data visualization and dashboard development.
• Real-time metrics visibility.
• Phase III transition tracking tool implementation.
• Data science methodologies.
• Predictive and exploratory modeling.
• New analytical approaches and tools assessment.
• Collaboration with government program managers, engineers, analysts, and contractors.
• Technical documentation, briefing, and summary preparation.

Benefits

• Professional Development & Educational Assistance w/ Extensive Growth Resources.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus, Spot Bonus, and Peer Recognition Programs.
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave.
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits.
• Company-Paid Life Insurance.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Evans’ Contribution and 100% Vesting.

Pay

The projected compensation range for this position is $141,000 to $157,000 (annualized USD).

Schedule

This role is remote, but may require occasional travel to the Naval Air Station in Washington, D.C.