Applied Mathematician/Analyst

ID
2025-23322
Category
Research & Scientific
Location : Location
US-VA-Dahlgren
Minimum Clearance Required
Secret
Travel Requirement
N/A

Overview

Applied Mathematician/Analyst (E30-2025-23322):

 

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

  • 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).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in applied mathematics, or related fields (15+ years preferred for senior-level applicants).
  • U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

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 REQUIRED: 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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