Manufacturing Data Scientist

As an integral member of our manufacturing support team, you will partner closely with production leaders, engineering teams, CIO/Cybersecurity stakeholders, and business functions to build tools and insights that directly support throughput, efficiency, and mission success. Your work will influence shop floor performance and help ensure the delivery of systems that support warfighters and "can't fail" defense missions around the world. If you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment where your work has real operational impact-this is the role for you.

The Leidos Defense Sector delivers innovative systems, solutions, and services across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Our manufacturing footprint includes five major production facilities located in Huntsville, AL and Colorado Springs, CO. We support a diverse portfolio of programs involving enterprise and mission IT, intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and high-consequence operations support.

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Primary Responsibilities

Data Solutions & Visualization

• Develop reporting tools, dashboards, and shop floor displays using Power Bl, SQL, DAX, and other analytics technologies.
• BuiId analytics that provide actionable insights into production performa nee, forecasting, and operational trends.
• Maintain and continuously enhance visualization tools to support daily execution and long-term growth.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as the on-site liaison between production teams and CIO/Cybersecurity partners to support system access needs, data flows, and security compliance.
• Work closely with production stakeholders to translate business and operation aI needs into practica I data-driven solutions.
• Communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to technical and non -technical audiences.

Standards, Support & Continuous Improvement

• Act as a reporting Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing guidance, troubleshooting, and training to ensure consistent use of reporting tools and adherence to SOPs.
• Support standardization initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities in the Defense Sector.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance data integrity, process efficiency, and manufacturing maturity.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience developing analytics, dashboards, or data-driven reporting solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power Bl, Excel, PowerPoint, and related tools with the ability to build advanced visualizations.
• Strong programming experience in SQL, DAX, and M (Power Query).
• Proven ability to communicate effectively within a cross-functional team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-stress environment while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to lead others and collaborate across departments.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Colorado Springs, CO area.
• Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading or supporting project management activities.
• Background in machining, assembly, or test operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Cybersecurity practices, including POAMs and Business Protected Environments (BPEs).
• Experience working across multiple phases of the product lifecycle (prototype, design/development, full-rate production).
• Active Secret Clearance.

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Original Posting:

December 23, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Client-provided location(s): Colorado Springs, CO

Job ID: Leidos-R-00172675

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-12-24T18:45:36