Scientific Data Analyst

Job Description

About the Company: ENSCO

For over 50 years, ENSCO has been a prominent provider of leading-edge engineering, science, and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries globally. The company prides itself on creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. Their services encompass systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology to enhance the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions across various domains: on the ground, in the air, in space, and within the information systems that connect these domains. Specifically, ENSCO’s Mission System Group (MSG) Division focuses on developing innovative customized products and services vital to national safety and security, with a primary area being the creation of software systems for multipurpose geophysical and other data collection, processing, and analysis.

About the Job: Scientific Data Analyst (SkillBridge Internship)

Program Overview: Lead from the Front (LFF) Military Transition Program (SkillBridge)
This position is offered through ENSCO’s Lead from the Front (LFF) Military Transition Program, an approved SkillBridge internship under DoDI 1322.29. The LFF program is designed to provide eligible service members with the opportunity to gain work experience through industry-specific training within the last 180 days of their military service. Service members from any branch, regardless of rank (enlisted or officer), are encouraged to apply. The specific training and work experience provided will vary depending on the internship.

Key Program Details:
• Unpaid Internship: The LFF program is an unpaid internship through the DoD SkillBridge program. Participants continue to receive payment and benefits directly from their respective military branch as active-duty service members.
• Eligibility: To be eligible for SkillBridge, applicants must:
• Have served at least 180 days on active duty.
• Be within 180 days of separation or retirement.
• Be slated to receive an honorable discharge.
• Have completed any service-required Transition Assistance Program (TAP).
• Receive Unit Commander approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge prior to the internship start.

Position Title and Type:
• Internal Position Title: Data Analyst Specialist II
• Employment Status: Intern
• Req ID: 3856BR

Job Summary/Primary Focus:
As part of the SkillBridge program, ENSCO, Inc. is seeking a Scientific Data Analyst with direct experience in analytics regarding time series data sets. The successful candidate must possess a strong understanding of waveform propagation and be able to apply this knowledge to conduct data analysis. A demonstrated understanding of digital signal processing, mathematics, and in-depth knowledge of time series analytical expertise is required. The role is situated within ENSCO’s Mission System Group (MSG) Division, focusing on geophysical and other data analysis.

Required Qualifications/Skills:
• Military Experience: 2+ years experience as a 9S100 seismic analyst in the United States Air Force.
• Seismo-Acoustic Analysis: Minimum of 3 years related experience including:
• Demonstrated experience in seismo-acoustic waveform analysis.
• Experience using seismo-acoustic analysis software such as ARS (Analyst Review Station), Geotool/Seatools, SAC (Seismic Analysis Code).
• Detailed understanding of local, regional, and teleseismic seismic phases.
• Understanding of digital signal processing, including spectral analysis.
• Observational ability to interpret time series waveform data, identify seismic, infrasonic, and hydroacoustic phases, and distinguish signals from background noise.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Experience navigating within the Linux environment.
• Experience running programs in Python, Matlab, or other scientific software.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Personal Attributes: A self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance, for which you must be a U.S. Citizen.

Desired Qualifications/Skills:
• Ability to build an average of 60 seismic events per day.
• Experience working with large disparate data sets identifying long-term and short patterns in data.
• Experience with data fusion analytics.
• Experience with Magnitude, Distance, Amplitude Correction (MDAC) methodology.
• Ability to conduct spatio-temporal analysis.
• Familiarity with workflow in an operational environment.
• Familiarity with Government mission sets.

Other Job Details:
• U.S. Citizenship: Yes (Required for clearance).
• Background Check Type: 7 year Pre-employment.
• Drug Screen Type: None.
• Export Control and Licensing: None specifically noted for the role itself, but the position may involve access to controlled technology.
• Contract Award Contingency: No.
• Salary Range: $15.63 – $21.58 USD (Note: While this salary range is provided, the LFF program is an *unpaid internship• where participants continue to receive military pay and benefits).
• REAL ID Requirement: This position may require access to U.S. federal facilities, necessitating a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative as of May 7, 2025.

Benefits:
ENSCO offers a comprehensive benefits package that aims to create a stimulating and supportive environment for employees to thrive, in addition to a positive working environment and competitive salary. More details are available on ensco.com/careers/benefits.

Compliance and Legal Notes:
• Export Control and Licensing: The position may involve access to technology or technical data controlled under U.S. export control laws, which might require an export license for release to non-U.S. persons.
• Privacy: ENSCO emphasizes data privacy and provides links to its privacy policy and California privacy rights.
• EEO Statement: ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly-owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, specifically recognizing veterans and individuals with disabilities.