Logo for Senior ML/Data Science Software Engineer with Security Clearance

* Job Reference: 2532155236-2* Date Posted: 24 December 2025* Recruiter:* Location: State College, Pennsylvania* Salary: On Application* Sector: I.T. & Communications## Job DescriptionSr. Software Engineer Location: State College, Pennsylvania Required: TS/SCI W2 hourly Contract to Hire Only Pay: $72.00 to $100.50/hr. D.O.E. Based on the benefits chosen No C2C, we can NOT work with outside agencies/vendors, and we can NOT do 1099-US TS/SCI CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED Geologics is seeking a Senior ML/Data Science Software Engineer todesign, develop, and test AI/ML, Java and Python code in a Linux, Agile, DevOps environment. We are at the forefront of aerospace and defense technology. Our Satellite Ground Systems Team plays a pivotal role in ensuring communication, surveillance, and defense capabilities through cutting-edge satellite systems. REQUIRED \* Active TS/SCI Clearance is required on day one. \* Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 5 years of relevant software engineering experience \* Experience in object-oriented software design and development using Java or Python in a Linux environment. \* Experience with unit testing tools (e.g., JUnit). \* Experience in Machine Learning and Data Science. \* Experience working with large datasets and performing data analysis. SKILLS PREFERRED \* Strong analytical skills and proactive problem-solving abilities, with a deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, cloud architecture, and enterprise software. \* Security certification. \* Experience with Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes. \* Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket). \* Experience with cloud computing platform (e.g. AWS or Azure). \* Experience with satellite communication systems and protocols is highly preferred. \* Familiarity with secure coding practices, especially in a defense or aerospace setting What You Will Do \* Design, develop, and maintain advanced software applications for our Satellite Ground Systems. \* Collaborate closely with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software engineers to deliver reliable and high-performance software solutions. \* Design, implement, and test AI, ML, Java and Python based applications and software components for satellite ground systems. \* Work in parallel with legacy platform teams to eventually migrate workloads onto your pipelines. \* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications. \* Work with previously written code and make modifications as necessary. \* Ensure software performance, reliability, and scalability. \* Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and system integration activities. \* Contribute to the completion of program and project milestones under the specific guidance of their immediate supervisor. \* Follow established Software processes and procedures, development, documentation and maintenance/management of operations concepts, requirements (system, element, segment level), external and internal interfaces, and other software engineering work products/artifacts. Please respond to Meredith Baldwin with your interest level, recent copy of your resume and your availability for a call to \*Rates listed are not a guarantee of salary/rate. Rate offered at time of hire will depend on many factors including education, experience, interview results and skill level GeoLogics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran Meredith Baldwin Recruiter (703) 891-6115 CJ #J-18808-Ljbffr