Data Scientist

Company: BWX Technologies, Inc.
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine, and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.BWXT's Nuclear Operations Group - Lynchburg is currently seeking a Data Scientist for its Lynchburg, VA location!The Data Scientist will establish data science capability at the Nuclear Operations Group - Lynchburg facility.Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Combines engineering experience with data science for nuclear product research and development.
• Applies a knowledge of manufacturing processes, an innate curiosity, and a willingness to learn in developing machine learning and data science capabilities at NOG-L.
• Assists in the development of standards for data structure and integrity to support machine learning objectives.
• Learns and deploys a range of statistical techniques for causation analyses.
• Works with engineers across NOG-L product lines to distill and solve manufacturing and inspection problems.
• Interacts with customers continuously to ensure that expectations are met.
• Also, may:
  • Establish machine and deep learning systems for predictive quality.
  • Employ visualization products including analytics, 3D simulation, and data models.
  • Develop sensor platforms and imagery processing on development or production processes.
  • Propose new data science work for customer funding.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:
    • A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related discipline with a focus in data science, machine learning, and/or artificial intelligence.
    • Must possess at least six (6) years of manufacturing and data science experience.
    • Must possess proven ability and willingness to learn new tools.
    • Must be able to demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is required.
    • Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities is required.
    • Must be highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
    • Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
    • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.Preferred Qualifications:
      • Expertise in NOG-L product lines.
      • Previous experience in statistical analysis, signal processing, and/or computer vision.
      • Strong coding skills in C++, Python, R, or other similar tools.
      • Previous experience in simulation or design tools.
      • Previous experience with image processing using OpenCV, Tensorflow, and similar packages.
      • Previous experience with process monitoring.Pay: $77,000 - $112,000The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $77,000 and $112,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity.
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