Data Scientist - AI focused (2026-0126)
At a glance
Mid-level AI Research role at Acclaim Technical Services. Annapolis Junction · full-time · $240,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and refine AI models, checking algorithms and protocols and adjusting inputs to improve reliability and relevance
- Develop machine-learning, data-mining, statistical, and graph algorithms to extract meaning from datasets
- Compare candidate algorithms with performance measures, then select the model suited to the task
- Create reports and visualizations that explain datasets and give customers data-based insights
- Turn experts’ manual analyses into automated analytics and integrate prototype algorithms into analyst workflows
What you bring
- A bachelor’s and master’s degree in a quantitative field, or the stated experience substitution for a master’s
- At least five years analyzing datasets and developing analytics, plus five years programming with R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB
- An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
Who this fits
This role suits a data scientist who builds analytics and moves prototypes into analyst workflows. The position is in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, and requires TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
From the employer
We are currently recruiting for Data Scientist with a TS/SCI w/ poly to work in support of our Engineering Services and Solutions Division in Annapolis Junction, MD. This position is on one of our key prime contracts.
In this role, you will Build and Develop AI models, analyze algorithms and protocols, build, test and refine solutions for reliability and relevance, and tune input and model parameters. You will also develop machine learning, data mining, statistical and graph-based algorithms to analyze and make sense of datasets; prototype or consider several algorithms and decide upon final model based on suitable performance metrics; build models or develop experiments to generate data when training or example datasets are unavailable; generate reports and visualizations that summarize datasets and provide data-driven insights to customers; partner with subject matter experts to translate manual data analysis into automated analytics; implement prototype algorithms within production frameworks for integration into analyst workflows.
Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's and Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in a quantitative discipline (e.g. statistics, mathematics, operations research, engineering or computer science) and at least five years of experience analyzing datasets and developing analytics, five years of experience programming with data analysis software such as R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB. An additional two years of experience in software development, cloud development, analyzing datasets, or developing descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics can be substituted for a Master's Degree. A PhD from an accredited college or university in a quantitative discipline can be substituted for three years of experience.
At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here Employee Resources.
Pay Range: There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.
The target salary for this position is $240,000.00
ABOUT
Acclaim Technical Services (ATS), founded in 2000, is a premier provider of tech-enabled solutions and operational services to a broad range of U.S. Federal agencies. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company—an uncommon advantage in our sector—we foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and shared success. This commitment to our people shows: ATS is consistently recognized as a top workplace in the DC area and continues to experience strong, strategic growth.
SALARY TRANSPARANCY
There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.
At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more at Employee Resources
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT
ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.