Applied Mathematician/Analyst

Applied Mathematician/Analyst (E30-2026-24915):

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. ***

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.

• 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 is required.
• 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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