Senior AI/ML Research Scientist - Surrogate Modeling

Peraton; Reston (VA); Presencial; USD 176 000 - 282 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Peraton is seeking a senior AI/ML Research Scientist to advance ML‑driven modeling, simulation and analytics within the Labs. The role emphasizes research, prototyping and evaluating AI/ML‑based analytics to speed high‑fidelity MSA through surrogate models and optimization techniques.

You will work with a small team to translate customer needs into technical approaches, deliver reusable prototypes, and document results clearly through reports and presentations. TS/SCI eligibility preferred.

Qualificações

• Minimum of MS with 14+ years of experience or PhD with 10+ years of experience in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or closely related field.
• Expertise in machine learning and optimization techniques.
• Hands‑on experience with ML tooling such a PyTorch, TensorFlow.
• Knowledge of LLMs and agentic AI is a plus.
• Experience with modeling, simulation and analysis.
• Experience with developing surrogate models is a plus.
• Strong software development skills in Python, C/C++.
• Proficiency with Linux, Git, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (technical presentations + well‑structured documentation).
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and deliver tangible outputs in a research environment.
• US Citizenship is a requirement for this position.
• Willingness and eligibility to obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• Candidate will be required to travel to Basking Ridge, NJ as needed - expected at 25%.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct applied research on AI/ML‑driven analytics using cutting edge machine learning and optimization techniques to expedite high‑fidelity modeling and simulations
• Design and implement prototypes that operationalize research into usable capabilities
• Work with teammates to translate customer needs into technical approaches, balancing novelty with feasibility and deployability
• Produce high‑quality technical documentation, briefings and presentations, and contribute to reports, proposals, whitepapers, and publications
• Maintain strong system hygiene: Linux‑based development, version control, containers, reproducibility, and clean software practices
• Learn and integrate new tools/technologies quickly to keep pace with evolving customer needs and emerging research

Conhecimentos

ML & optimization

Python

C/C++

Linux

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Communication skills

Independent work

US Citizenship

TS/SCI clearance

Modeling & simulation

Surrogate models

LLMs

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Formação académica

MS with 14+ years experience

PhD with 10+ years experience

Ferramentas

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Linux

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

C/C++

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Peraton is seeking a senior AI/ML Research Scientist to advance ML‑driven modeling, simulation and analytics within the Labs. The role emphasizes research, prototyping and evaluating AI/ML‑based analytics to speed high‑fidelity MSA through surrogate models and optimization techniques.

You will work with a small team to translate customer needs into technical approaches, deliver reusable prototypes, and document results clearly through reports and presentations. TS/SCI eligibility preferred.