Transportation Specialist (Data)- SME (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Posted: January 29, 2026 (2 days ago)
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Defense Contract Management Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Salary
$106,437 - $163,514
per year
Type
Full Time
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Base salary range: $104,604 - $135,987
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-13. Senior expert or supervisor.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves using data analysis and modeling to assess risks in military supply chains, helping ensure secure and efficient delivery of goods from production to disposal.
You'll tackle complex problems with large datasets to predict issues and improve processes for the Department of Defense.
It's a great fit for experienced analysts with a strong math or tech background who enjoy applying advanced techniques to real-world security challenges.
See below for important information regarding this job. Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement. DCMA Location Negotiable upon Selection. This is not a remote work position.
See DCMA Location List, not all locations may be available. To qualify for a Data Scientist (Supply Chain), your resume and supporting documentation must support: Basic Requirements: A.
Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position.
The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. OR B.
Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. AND C.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position.
To qualify at the GS-14 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector.
To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector.
Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement.
Creditable specialized experience includes: GS-13: Formulating and developing sophisticated models and techniques for quantitative evaluation and assessment of supply chain risks and their effect on accomplishing customer missions.
Providing basic technical expertise in data science, system analysis, risk analysis, predictive analysis, and computer simulation.
Applying knowledge of state of the art and emerging technologies related to data, analysis, and risk disciplines, methods, theories, and techniques.
Designing and building models for standard, non-complex simulations.
GS-14: Applying scientific methods, to include, regression, decision tree analytics, probability and game theory, and statistical analysis to research and improve supply chain risk assessment processes.
Providing technical direction, planning, and leadership to create and implement new agency data and supply chain risk assessment policy and processes.
Providing a high level of technical expertise in data science, intelligence, artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), system analysis, risk analysis, predictive analysis, and computer simulation.
Using standard-type models to simulate real world environments. Major Duties:
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