TS/SCI Cleared Data Scientist - AI/ML for National Security

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers, scientists, and developers to translate AI/ML innovations into mission impact for national security challenges. Join a collaborative environment that values curiosity, learning, and creative problem solving.

As a member of the Threat Analytic Systems (QAI) Group, you will design prototype software, work with data from the open web to ontologies, and communicate findings to sponsors and government decision makers.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in CS, Math, Physics, CE or EE.
• Experience applying AI/ML, NLP, statistics to real problems.
• Experience developing reliable software with sound engineering practices.
• Comfort with loosely defined requirements.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects.
• Demonstrated initiative and teamwork.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve AI/ML and data science approaches.
• Design prototype software gathering and analyzing data from web to ontologies.
• Research innovative AI techniques and technologies.
• Assess strengths and tradeoffs of technical approaches for sponsors.
• Communicate ideas and results to technical staff, leadership, and decision makers.

Skills

AI/ML experience

NLP experience

Python programming

Software engineering practices

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Ability to learn quickly

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Math/Physics/CE/EE

MS or PhD in CS/Math/Physics/CE/EE

Tools

Python

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks engineers, scientists, and developers to translate AI/ML innovations into mission impact for national security challenges. Join a collaborative environment that values curiosity, learning, and creative problem solving.

As a member of the Threat Analytic Systems (QAI) Group, you will design prototype software, work with data from the open web to ontologies, and communicate findings to sponsors and government decision makers.