Design and implement machine learning systems, models, and schemes
Research and apply state-of-the-art machine learning prototypes to sponsor specific domains
Search and select appropriate data sets before performing data collection and data modeling
Visualize data for deeper insights
Generate and present technical research reports and briefings
Perform statistical analysis in support of pattern of life and anomaly detection
Perform data fusion and correlation
Build high quality software prototypes integrated with our various research and pre-production software environments
Collaborate with other ARL staff and sponsors
Supervise the work of lower-level staff and undergraduate student
Perform tasks of a larger scope and lead specific tasks within the project scope
Required skills/knowledge includes
Data science/algorithm development
Data science / Machine Learning languages to include Python
Research, development and implementation of machine learning models
Preferred skills/knowledge includes
Active TS/SCI Clearance
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 to include Pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow, NumPy, MatPlotLib, PostGreSQL, FastAPI
Software Development tools to include Git, Docker, Kubernetes, SSH
Your work location will be on-site State College PA or Reston, VA in a classified environment
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS If filled as R&D Engineer - Artificial Intelligence (ARL) - Principal Professional, this position requires:
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
19+ years of relevant experience
Required Certifications:
None

If filled as R&D Engineer - Artificial Intelligence (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires:
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
5+ years of relevant experience
Required Certifications:
None

If filled as R&D Engineer - Artificial Intelligence (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires:
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
14+ 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 Intel Community (IC), and other federal government customers.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at www.arl.psu.edu.
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- Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL):
Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
- SALARY & BENEFITS
- The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $146,040.00 - $318,840.00. This salary range includes an adjustment based on required geographic work location.
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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