Agentic AI/ML Research Scientist (On-site MD/VA)

Peraton; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton Labs is seeking AI/ML Research Scientists to support FAA BNATCS programs. Work with Agentic AI teams to build prototypes, analyze data, and deliver mission-ready software.

You will design, test, and refine AI-enabled applications, integrating LLMs and API services to create practical capabilities. You should have 5+ years (BS), 3+ years (MS), or demonstrable AI/ML PhD-level work, strong Python, and experience with C/C++/JS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant AI/ML experience, Master's with 3+ years, or PhD with applied AI/ML work.
• Strong software development experience with Python.
• Experience with C, C++, or JavaScript.
• AI/ML experience via professional work, research prototypes, or delivered projects.
• Experience with LLMs at API level.
• Familiarity with agentic AI concepts and autonomous workflows.
• US Citizenship with ability to obtain FAA Public Trust suitability.
• Must be local to on-site locations: Annapolis Junction, MD; Bowie, MD; or Herndon, VA.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and refine AI/ML-enabled applications and components for Digital Command Center objectives.
• Conduct analysis, experimentation, and coding supporting agentic AI workflows and products.
• Build software using Python and other languages as required by the mission.
• Integrate LLMs and API-based AI services into usable tools and workflows.
• Collaborate with internal Labs teams to move ideas from prototype to practical capability.
• Contribute across the stack including data processing, backend logic, orchestration, and user-facing features.
• Evaluate emerging tools and approaches relevant to AI-enabled mission systems.
• Support a team culture grounded in learning agility, openness to feedback, and collaboration.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Strong programming skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Python

C

C++

JavaScript

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

Peraton Labs is seeking AI/ML Research Scientists to support FAA BNATCS programs. Work with Agentic AI teams to build prototypes, analyze data, and deliver mission-ready software.

You will design, test, and refine AI-enabled applications, integrating LLMs and API services to create practical capabilities. You should have 5+ years (BS), 3+ years (MS), or demonstrable AI/ML PhD-level work, strong Python, and experience with C/C++/JS.