Data Analyst

Salary $75,000 - $89,000/yr commensurate with experience. Work Location and Schedule This position requires an in‑person presence 5-days/week at Dayton, OH / Wright‑Patterson Airforce Base. Required Qualifications – Must Have MUST have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. MUST have 5+ years of relevant experience in data analytics, database support, reporting, automation, or related technical/business solution delivery. MUST have an active Secret Clearance with the ability to maintain eligibility. MUST have hands‑on experience with data analysis and programming tools such as Python, PySpark, SQL, R, Scala, Visual Basic, or similar technologies used to parse, cleanse, manipulate, analyze, and visualize large datasets. MUST have experience creating and maintaining databases and developing data products such as dashboards, visualizations, analytic reports, and data cleansing scripts/processes. MUST have familiarity with modern data and automation environments, including tools such as Databricks, Palantir, Microsoft Power Platform, or similar platforms. MUST have exposure to OCR, AI/ML concepts, Generative AI, Agentic AI, or use of large language models (LLMs) in an operational or business environment. MUST have strong communication skills, including the ability to brief stakeholders, support client‑facing work, and operate with limited oversight on assigned tasks or workstreams. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Department of Defense, Department of the Air Force, or Federal financial management clients. Familiarity with the Operational Air Force Financial Data Structure. Familiarity with the Operational Air Force Data Dictionary. Experience supporting FIAR, audit readiness, internal controls, or financial statement audit response efforts. Experience with MS Power Application Automation. Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization platforms. Familiarity with cloud‑enabled analytics, workflow automation, and enterprise data environments supporting financial operations. Experience working across both functional and technical teams to operationalize analytic and automation capabilities. Skills & Duties Supporting the integration, transformation, validation, and analysis of Air Force financial and operational data from multiple sources. Developing and maintaining data analytics solutions, reports, dashboards, and visualizations to support FIAR and FM modernization objectives. Creating data cleansing processes, scripts, and repeatable workflows to improve data quality and reduce manual effort. Supporting the development of automation use cases that connect FM data sources and streamline business processes. Assisting with AI‑ and analytics‑enabled solutions that improve audit readiness, traceability, and decision support. Applying OCR capabilities and related technologies to extract and structure data from documents and other non‑standard inputs. Supporting the use of large language models and emerging AI/ML tools in operational business environments, consistent with client direction and security constraints. Preparing and presenting analytic findings, recommendations, and solution concepts to Government and contractor stakeholders, and coordinating across technical and functional teams to support implementation of scalable, repeatable business solutions. Why Join LC? At Lynch Consultants (LC), your career growth is unlimited. We offer a competitive compensation package, employer‑supported 401(k), world‑class health benefits, paid vacation and holidays, plus programs that support your well‑being. You’ll Gain: Competitive total compensation: Our starting salaries are competitive, and our total compensation package goes even further. You have the chance to earn performance and referral bonuses, plus a profit‑sharing bonus available to eligible associates. Flexible career architecture: We encourage growing in your own way, whether that be moving up, moving across, or staying at your current level while taking on new challenges. Unlimited promotion opportunities: We do not have a cap on advancement at Lynch. If you’re ready to take on more responsibility and leadership, the opportunity is there. Your career, your choice: Your timeline. Your path. Your definition of success. Whether you want to sprint towards partnership, explore different service lines, or master your craft at your current level, we’re here to support you. About Us Lynch Consultants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a premier Federal professional services firm where your work makes a real difference. We value purpose, growth, and impact, and we proudly support and encourage applications from U.S. military veterans. If you are a highly motivated individual with the ability to solve complex issues, take on new responsibilities, build relationships and think in unique and innovative ways, we are looking for you! #J-18808-Ljbffr