Senior AI/ML & M&S Applications Specialist

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland’s Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence & Security (ARLIS) seeks specialists in non-kinetic effects software, M&S, and AI/ML applications. The role supports government-sponsored projects integrating OSINT, languages, and information warfare into modeling & simulation.

Strong Python skills and AI tooling are essential; eligibility for a security clearance is required. The Faculty Research Specialist track emphasizes agile development, code documentation, and

Qualifications

• Proven programming experience in Python or other modern object‑oriented languages.
• Exposure to AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain non-kinetic effects software, M&S, and AI/ML applications.
• Integrate into Agile project teams; design, implement, and test components and data pipelines.
• Document code and deliverables; contribute to research plans and proposals.

Skills

Python

Microsoft Office

Troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelors in CS/Software Eng/Info Sci/Data Science or related

Master's in CS/Software Eng/Info Sci/Data Science or related (Senior FRS)

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Job description

University of Maryland’s Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence & Security (ARLIS) seeks specialists in non-kinetic effects software, M&S, and AI/ML applications. The role supports government-sponsored projects integrating OSINT, languages, and information warfare into modeling & simulation.

Strong Python skills and AI tooling are essential; eligibility for a security clearance is required. The Faculty Research Specialist track emphasizes agile development, code documentation, and