Associate Researcher
About The Position
The SAAM Group within the Sensors Division at STR focuses on developing and applying cutting-edge autonomy research to solve real-world problems using physics-based modeling and simulation. Algorithmic areas of interest include AI/ML, controls theory, sensor signal processing, tracking, optimization, and resource allocation. Application domains include manned and unmanned air platforms, and space assets, primarily for the Air Force, Navy, and DARPA research programs. The SAAM Group is seeking an Associate Researcher to research, design, develop, and implement a portfolio of capabilities to further our autonomy mission. You will participate in multi-disciplinary teams across multiple STR campuses to execute technical efforts, contribute to reports, deliverables, and proposals, and help develop innovative solutions to complex national security problems. The focus will be on innovating and applying AI/ML and other algorithms to develop autonomy capabilities, particularly in simulation. A successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to carry out computer-based research tasks with limited supervision, and possess skills in software development, oral communication, written communications, and peer leadership.
Requirements
- Ability to obtain a Security Clearance at the Secret (S) level (U.S. citizenship required)
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related field
- Good programming skills in one or more scientific programming languages such as C++, Python, or MATLAB
- Familiarity with object-oriented concepts
- Experience or interest in machine learning (e.g., image recognition)
- Experience or interest in scientific computing (e.g., Linux, git, bash, CI/CD, etc.)
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance
- Experience or awareness of the defense industry
- Experience with reinforcement learning, physics-based simulation, or mission simulators (such as AFSIM or NGTS)
- Experience giving briefings to both highly technical and less technical audiences
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and modify cutting-edge machine learning and other algorithms to conduct studies and form conclusions for autonomy and other challenges
- Create, expand, upgrade, and maintain algorithms in software
- Design, develop, validate, and manage large-scale simulations and simulation tools
- Contribute to comprehensive technical reports and presentations for government customers, articulating the implications of simulation findings on national security
Benefits
- Collaborative learning environment
- Recognition of contributions and achievements
- Challenging work with a focus on pushing technology boundaries
- Equal opportunity employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
