AI/ML Research Scientist: Fast Modeling & Prototyping

Peraton; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an AI/ML Research Scientist to advance ML-driven analytics for high-fidelity modeling and simulations. The role emphasizes prototyping, evaluation, and translating customer needs into technically feasible solutions.

You will collaborate with a small team, produce high-quality documentation, and contribute to reports and publications while maintaining strong engineering hygiene and reproducibility. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• MS with 6+ years of experience or PhD with 3+ years in a closely related field

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research on AI/ML-driven analytics to expedite high-fidelity modeling and simulations

Skills

Machine learning

Optimization techniques

Python

C/C++

Linux

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

PyTorch

TensorFlow

LLMs

Education

MS in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering

PhD in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering

Tools

Linux

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Peraton is seeking an AI/ML Research Scientist to advance ML-driven analytics for high-fidelity modeling and simulations. The role emphasizes prototyping, evaluation, and translating customer needs into technically feasible solutions.

You will collaborate with a small team, produce high-quality documentation, and contribute to reports and publications while maintaining strong engineering hygiene and reproducibility. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required.