Radiance Technologies, a rapidly growing employee-owned company, is seeking an experienced Data Scientist to support the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (USASMDC) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. This position supports a customer-funded, one-year effort with an anticipated period of performance from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027. The selected candidate will apply advanced data analytics techniques to support national security missions by researching and analyzing structured and unstructured data, developing complex database queries, and transforming data into actionable insights. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Data Scientist will collaborate with Government and contractor personnel to integrate diverse data sources, solve complex mission challenges, and communicate analytical findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform research on structured and unstructured data sources using quantitative and qualitative metadata and content analytics.
- Construct and execute complex database queries to support mission requirements.
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to integrate data sources and solve mission challenges.
- Identify meaningful insights from large datasets and communicate findings and recommendations to Government stakeholders.
- Support data management activities within large-scale, enterprise data environments.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or another relevant STEM discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Five (5) or more years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a closely related analytical role.
- Demonstrated knowledge of computer science concepts, data architecture, intelligence practices, and managing data within big-data environments.
- Experience performing complex data analysis and database queries.
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Position Duration
This position supports a customer-funded effort with an anticipated period of performance from August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027. Employment is expected to conclude upon completion of the customer requirement. While Radiance cannot guarantee follow-on work after the period of performance, employees are welcome to apply for other open positions within the company for which they are qualified.
Salary Range
$150,000 - $175,000
Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or another relevant STEM discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Five (5) or more years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a closely related analytical role.
- Demonstrated knowledge of computer science concepts, data architecture, intelligence practices, and managing data within big-data environments.
- Experience performing complex data analysis and constructing/executing complex database queries.
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Radiance Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement contributions are described as generous, combining ESOP ownership with 401(k) profit sharing to build long-term wealth. A defined vesting schedule and recurring contributions reinforce the reliability of this component.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability. Wellness features such as on-site fitness and structured programs further bolster perceived health support.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee ownership via an ESOP is positioned as a meaningful wealth builder, with company stock value growth cited as an upside. Additional vehicles such as cash bonuses and synthetic appreciation rights add to perceived equity value.
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What We Do
Radiance Technologies, Inc. is an employee-owned small business prime contractor. Radiance leads the way in developing government and commercial customer-focused solutions. Leveraging its record of technical innovation and operational expertise, Radiance Technologies offers: • Cyber Solutions • Systems Engineering • Technology Development, Production, Testing, and Evaluation • Technology Application • Intelligence Community Support • Government Program Support The company’s 900+ employees in 15+ U.S. and international offices serve customers in the Department of Defense (DOD), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the national intelligence community, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), other government organizations, and selected commercial customers. Radiance Technologies continues to attract and retain talented motivated employees by being an employee-owned company – founded with the idea of providing an environment, a benefits package, and a stock ownership plan that are second to none. For more information, visit www.radiancetech.com. Radiance Technologies, Inc. – Concepts to Capabilities®
