Autonomous Systems Research Scientist - Critical Missions

Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Engineering Institute at Carnegie Mellon University seeks aSenior Autonomous Systems Research Scientist to develop a research agenda and lead research addressing critical national security needs. You will guide multidisciplinary teams in delivering prototype capabilities for government customers.

You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, designers, and government sponsors, mentor staff, and stay current with AI-enabled autonomous systems developments relevant to national

Qualifications

• A published track record of machine learning and robotics research.
• Experience leading research projects and collaborating across research teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead novel research in applied machine learning and robotics.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams to turn research results into prototype operational capabilities for government customers and stakeholders.

Skills

ML research

Robotics

Python

C/C++

Technical communication

Proposal writing

Leadership

Security clearance

Education

PhD in Robotics / CS / ML / EE

MS in Robotics / CS / ML / EE

BS in Robotics / CS / ML / EE

Tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Software Engineering Institute at Carnegie Mellon University seeks aSenior Autonomous Systems Research Scientist to develop a research agenda and lead research addressing critical national security needs. You will guide multidisciplinary teams in delivering prototype capabilities for government customers.

You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, designers, and government sponsors, mentor staff, and stay current with AI-enabled autonomous systems developments relevant to national