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About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. About The Role Peraton is hiring a Oceanographic/Bathymetric Research Scientist at the Stennis Space Center on a hybrid part-time/on-call basis. As a member of the Geology and Geophysics research group at NRL, your role will center on the expert management of critical bathymetry data. You will be responsible for the entire data lifecycle,from sourcing and curation to formatting diverse geophysical datasets. A core function of this position is proficient interaction with the DBDB-V database, including both data ingestion and the precise extraction of information. The data you manage and extract will be directly coupled with NRL's advanced machine learning and modeling frameworks, providing the foundational information for predictive environmental assessments. Your duties will include identifying and acquiring relevant datasets and verifying their accuracy. A primary focus of this role is the expert handling of the DBDB-V database, which involves formatting and ingesting various data types into the system. Crucially, you will be required to efficiently extract and manipulate information from the database for analysis, reporting, and integration with NRL modeling frameworks. You will also use scripting languages like Python or C++ to automate data transformation, create and maintain metadata, and document all processes to ensure transparency and reproducibility. Qualifications What you will need: * Minimum of 3 years with PhD
* PhD in data science, computer science, geospatial information systems, or a related field
* Direct experience with DBDB-V is required
* Proficiency in data management tools (e.g., SQL, Excel, R, and/or Python for data manipulation)
* Basic understanding of database structure and use
* Excellent documentation skills and collaborative attitude
* Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required
Details Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits. Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.