Cleared AIML Data Scientist – Aerospace & Mission Analytics at Fortuna BMC

We are seeking a Data Scientist with active U.S. government security clearances to support advanced aerospace and geospatial analytics initiatives in Los Angeles. These roles require expertise in AI/ML LLM prompt engineering satellite or telemetry data analysis and mission-oriented mapping models. Candidates must be able to work in secure environments and contribute to innovative future-focused solutions within a small-business technical team.WORKSITELos Angeles CA (Onsite or Hybrid dependent on clearance and facility access requirements)WORK SCHEDULEFull-time 40 hours per week(Occasional flexibility based on secure project schedules)PAY RATE$80.00 -$85.00WHAT WE OFFERPaid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employmentMedical dental and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna)Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for all employees and their familiesAdditional voluntary benefits: Group Life Insurance Accidental Insurance Critical Care Short-Term DisabilityWHAT YOULL DOBuild train and optimize AI/ML models-including LLMs and generative AI-for aerospace geospatial mission-mapping or telemetry-driven analytics.Analyze classified or sensitive datasets such as satellite imagery spaceflight telemetry mission simulation outputs or GN&C system logs.Develop algorithms to support predictive modeling anomaly detection mission planning navigation modeling or future mapping analytics.Translate engineering and mission requirements into scalable data science solutions tailored to secure environments.Design data ingestion pipelines and ML workflows for use within secure on-premise or cloud environments that meet federal security controls.Work collaboratively with aerospace engineers mission analysts and security stakeholders to ensure accuracy reliability and compliance.Produce clear documentation and technical reports required for government audits security reviews and program deliverables.Maintain strict adherence to clearance protocols data-handling procedures and secure facility guidelines.WHAT YOULL BRINGActive U.S. Government Security Clearance required (Secret or Top Secret based on project needs).U.S. Citizenship required.Bachelors or Masters degree in Data Science Computer Science Aerospace Engineering Applied Mathematics or a related discipline.Proven experience with LLMs AI/ML model development prompt engineering or generative AI tools.Domain knowledge in aerospace analytics satellite data telemetry processing GN&C models mission simulations or geospatial mapping.Strong proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (TensorFlow PyTorch scikit-learn NumPy SciPy).Understanding of mission lifecycle analytics orbital mechanics or space systems engineering (preferred).Experience working within secure environments adhering to government security policies and managing controlled datasets.Familiarity with cloud and MLOps tools (AWS GovCloud Azure Government on-prem secure compute environments).Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a small-business team with high accountability and mission focus.Fortuna operates as a staffing agency that sources screens and presents potential candidates for employment opportunities on behalf of our clients.Fortuna was founded in 2012 by practicing professionals with more than 50 combined years of experience. Our headquarters is in McClellan California with offices in Los Angeles and New York and satellite offices in the Philippines and Israel. Fortuna is an active member of multiple California service agreements including the CMAS ITMSA (Tier 2) and CalPERS SpringFed Pool as well as multiple municipalities and large corporation vendor pools.Career Site: Key Skills Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Machine Learning,Biochemistry,Assays,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Research & Development,cGMP,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 82 - 85