The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University
Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Research and Development Engineer
The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University, Reston, Virginia, United States, 22090
Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Research and Development Engineer
We are seeking highly motivated Research and Development Engineers to join our Computational Intelligence and Visualization Application Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will assist in providing customers with state-of-the-art visualization and decision support. The primary focus will be researching and developing feasible algorithmic solutions to sponsor’s complex problems given large sets of multivariate data. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
Responsibilities
Designing, developing, and researching machine learning systems, models, and schemes
Studying, transforming, and applying state-of-the-art machine learning prototypes to sponsor specific domains
Searching and selecting appropriate data sets before performing data collection and data modeling
Visualizing data for deeper insights
Generating and presenting technical research reports and briefings
Performing statistical analysis in support of pattern of life and anomaly detection
Performing data fusion and correlation
Building high quality software prototypes integrated with our various research and pre-production software environments
Collaborating with ARL staff and sponsors
Supervising the work of lower level staff and undergraduate students
Performing tasks of a larger scope and leading specific tasks within the project scope
Required skills / knowledge
Data science / algorithm development
Data science / Machine Learning languages to include Python
Research, development and implementation of machine learning models
Preferred skills / knowledge
A Master’s degree
Training and optimizing ML algorithms on GPU hardware architectures, specifically NVIDIA based
Working with geo-spatial data
Statistics, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra
Exploratory data analysis and visualization
Data science / Machine Learning tools including Pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow, NumPy, MatPlotLib, PostgreSQL, FastAPI
Software development tools including Git, Docker, Kubernetes, SSH
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Work location will be on-site in State College, PA or Reston, VA in a classified environment.
Minimum Education, Work Experience & Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering or Science
5+ years of relevant experience
Required Certifications: None
ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the DoD, and the Intel Community. For more information, visit www.arl.psu.edu.
Background Checks / Clearances Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. All ARL positions require the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Salary & Benefits The salary range for this position, including all grades, is $109,300.00 - $164,000.00. The proposed range may be impacted by geographic differential. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members. For more details, see the Benefits Page.
EEO / Notice Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you cannot use our online application process due to a disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Background checks and security clearances may be required. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
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Responsibilities
Designing, developing, and researching machine learning systems, models, and schemes
Studying, transforming, and applying state-of-the-art machine learning prototypes to sponsor specific domains
Searching and selecting appropriate data sets before performing data collection and data modeling
Visualizing data for deeper insights
Generating and presenting technical research reports and briefings
Performing statistical analysis in support of pattern of life and anomaly detection
Performing data fusion and correlation
Building high quality software prototypes integrated with our various research and pre-production software environments
Collaborating with ARL staff and sponsors
Supervising the work of lower level staff and undergraduate students
Performing tasks of a larger scope and leading specific tasks within the project scope
Required skills / knowledge
Data science / algorithm development
Data science / Machine Learning languages to include Python
Research, development and implementation of machine learning models
Preferred skills / knowledge
A Master’s degree
Training and optimizing ML algorithms on GPU hardware architectures, specifically NVIDIA based
Working with geo-spatial data
Statistics, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra
Exploratory data analysis and visualization
Data science / Machine Learning tools including Pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow, NumPy, MatPlotLib, PostgreSQL, FastAPI
Software development tools including Git, Docker, Kubernetes, SSH
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Work location will be on-site in State College, PA or Reston, VA in a classified environment.
Minimum Education, Work Experience & Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering or Science
5+ years of relevant experience
Required Certifications: None
ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the DoD, and the Intel Community. For more information, visit www.arl.psu.edu.
Background Checks / Clearances Employment with the University will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. All ARL positions require the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Salary & Benefits The salary range for this position, including all grades, is $109,300.00 - $164,000.00. The proposed range may be impacted by geographic differential. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members. For more details, see the Benefits Page.
EEO / Notice Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you cannot use our online application process due to a disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Background checks and security clearances may be required. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
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