Data Science, Analytics and Software Section Supervisor

Are you passionate about developing staff and building, motivating, and inspiring teams?

Are you excited by the challenge of understanding and analyzing complex systems?

Do you look to lead others while still performing meaningful technical work that contributes to solving some of our nation's most critical challenges?

If so, we are looking for someone like you to join our leadership team in the Information Fusion and Artificial Intelligence Group!

In the A4I Information Fusion and Artificial Intelligence Group we design, develop, and apply algorithms from a variety of disciplines (e.g., artificial intelligence, data science and information fusion) to enable successful warfighter execution of both non-kinetic and hybrid engagement capabilities.

We are seeking a motivated technical leader to be the Supervisor of the Data Science, Analytics and Software (A4I-2) section. As a key member of the group leadership team, you will help define, implement, and analyze innovative concepts that meet our sponsors' most challenging problems. The Section Supervisor will lead a team of engineers and mathematicians focused on development of data science, analytics, and software solutions.

As a Section Supervisor, you will...

• Establish and evolve subject matter expertise across your section in data science, data engineering, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and others as appropriate.
• Inspire and empower A4I-2 staff to continuously improve in all aspects of their careers. Create an environment where staff are encouraged to inspect the status quo and consistently strive to increase the impact of their efforts. Communicate frequently with staff on aspects of their technical tasking and connections to related efforts within and outside A4I.
• Identify and prioritize tasking that enables high impact for air and missile defense missions, provides growth opportunities for Section staff, and encourages the development of future leaders.
• Lead the pursuit of AMDS Program Development funds (IR&D, Propulsion Grants, B&P) within the Section to begin developing promising new technologies.
• Ensure the Section has the vital competencies and resources needed to meet the needs of sponsors and vision of the Group. Create personnel requisitions when needed, and then screen, interview, and recommend prospective employment candidates.
• Ensure the effective planning and execution of Section tasking. Work with task leaders and program management to establish priorities, ensure full coverage for section members, and gain valuable feedback on contributions of your staff. Interact frequently with Group management on all aspects of staff tasking, development, and performance, to include timely recognition and reclassification nominations for deserving staff members.
• Provide direct support to the Group Supervisor for vision setting; strategy development; setting execution priorities; recruiting/hiring/training new staff; proposing technical work that aligns with Group interests, AMDS Program Manager interests, and staff interests; and reviewing all technical work performed in your Section to ensure quality and timely products.

You meet the minimum requirements if you...

• Hold a Master's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related field.
• Have at least five years of relevant professional technical experience.
• Have academic and/or work experience with one or more subject areas including data science, data engineering, software engineering, machine learning, optimization, and/or decision-making algorithms.
• Advocated for an activity to drive a novel solution to an existing problem.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead staff on a technical task.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communications skills, and organizational skills.
• Are willing to assemble and grow a multifaceted team of scientists and engineers to tackle new engineering and scientific challenges.
• Hold an active Secret clearance, with an ability and willingness to attain a Top Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to travel less than 10% on the time for domestic non-local travel to support AMD programs is typical. Some additional local travel (within 50 mile radius of JHU/APL) to meet with sponsors, government labs, and contractors is expected. Some aspects of this position may occasionally require work hours in early mornings, evenings or weekends.

You go above and beyond if you have...

• A PhD degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related field.
• At least seven years' professional experience in algorithm or software development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop multiple staff, and to cultivate relationships across organizational boundaries.
• Experience leading teams of 3+ staff.
• Track record of funded IRAD and/or external proposals.
• Demonstrated success working with APL PjMs and/or PMs in defining tasking and carrying out tasking.
• Current Top Secret clearance.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.