Exploitation Specialist (Data Scientist) - Junior

OverviewBLUEHAWK, LLC is a professional services firm providing intelligence, information technology, language, and training services to the U.S. Government and commercial entities with objectives to protect and defend our nation, citizens, natural resources, critical Infrastructure, freedoms, and human rights. We are hiring creative, motivated talented people. Who are committed to delivering programs and solutions to meet our customers' time frames and financial parameters by managing technical, schedule, and cost performance.BLUEHAWK is seeking an Exploitation Specialist (Data Scientist) – Junior to support mission-critical analytic and data exploitation efforts at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) in Springfield, Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity for junior professionals or recent STEM graduates looking to launch their careers within the Intelligence Community while working alongside cutting-edge technologies and mission-focused teams.This role supports GEOINT-focused operations and requires individuals who are analytical, technically skilled, and eager to learn in a fast-paced mission environment.ResponsibilitiesSupport data exploitation and analytic efforts for mission-focused GEOINT operationsDevelop and enhance data-driven analytic methodologiesWork with structured and unstructured datasets to support operational intelligence needsCollaborate with technical and analytic teams to build scalable data solutionsLeverage Python and SQL to manipulate, analyze, and visualize dataContribute to mission innovation and emerging analytic capabilities within the ICQualificationsCandidates must meet one of the following GEO-SPI Junior qualification pathways:Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related fieldRequired QualificationsActive TS/SCI clearance with willingness to undergo a CI PolygraphAbility to work onsite in Springfield, VA, 40 hours per week (no telework available)Proficiency with PythonIntermediate SQL skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to adapt to dynamic mission requirements and learn new technologies quicklyPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of GEOINT collection and NGA/NRO systemsExperience with visualization platforms such as Grafana, Tableau, or KibanaFamiliarity with JavaScript, HTML, and CSSExperience with object-oriented programming methodologiesExperience developing or testing analytic methodologies and workflowsBluehawk, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/EOE Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityJob SummaryID: 2026-2822Job Location: US-VA-Springfield