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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring an Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Research and Development Engineer. This role involves designing and implementing machine learning systems, conducting research on advanced algorithms, analyzing large multivariate data sets, and developing software prototypes to support the Department of Defense and other government sponsors. The engineer will also collaborate with staff, present technical reports, and supervise junior team members in a classified environment.

Highlights

Design and develop machine learning models and systems for complex multivariate data problems.
Conduct research on state-of-the-art machine learning techniques tailored to sponsor domains.
Perform statistical analysis, data fusion, and visualization for anomaly detection and pattern analysis.
Build and integrate high-quality software prototypes within research and pre-production environments.
Collaborate with Applied Research Laboratory staff and government sponsors; oversee lower-level staff and students.
Required technical skills include Python programming and machine learning model development.
Preferred skills include TS/SCI security clearance, Master's degree, GPU optimization (NVIDIA), and familiarity with tools such as Pandas, PyTorch, TensorFlow, NumPy, Matplotlib, PostgreSQL, FastAPI, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and SSH.
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science with 5+ years (Advanced), 14+ years (Senior), or 19+ years (Principal) of relevant experience.
Salary range from $109,300 to $219,600, with potential geographic adjustments.
Employment requires U.S. citizenship, security clearance eligibility, background checks, and pre-employment drug screening.

Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Research and Development Engineer Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

We are seeking highly motivated Research and Development Engineers to join our Computational Intelligence and Visualization Application Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will assist in providing customers with state-of-the-art visualization and decision support. The primary focus will be researching and developing feasible algorithmic solutions to our sponsor's complex problems given large sets of multivariate data.

Located in State College, PA or Reston, VA

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

Design and implement machine learning systems, models, and schemes
Research and apply state-of-the-art machine learning prototypes to sponsor specific domains
Search and select appropriate data sets before performing data collection and data modeling
Visualize data for deeper insights
Generate and present technical research reports and briefings
Perform statistical analysis in support of pattern of life and anomaly detection
Perform data fusion and correlation
Build high quality software prototypes integrated with our various research and pre-production software environments
Collaborate with other ARL staff and sponsors
Supervise the work of lower-level staff and undergraduate student
Perform tasks of a larger scope and lead specific tasks within the project scope

Required skills/knowledge includes:

Data science/algorithm development
Data science / Machine Learning languages to include Python
Research, development and implementation of machine learning models

Preferred skills/knowledge includes:

Active TS/SCI Clearance
Master's degree
Training and optimizing ML algorithms on GPU hardware architectures, specifically NVIDIA based
Working with geo-spatial data
Statistics, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra
Exploratory data analysis and visualization
Data science / Machine Learning tools to include Pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow, NumPy, MatPlotLib, PostGreSQL, FastAPI
Software Development tools to include Git, Docker, Kubernetes, SSH

Your work location will be on-site State College PA or Reston, VA in a classified environment

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Principal Professional, this position

requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science19+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Advanced Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science5+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Senior Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science14+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:None

ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

SALARY & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $109,300.00 - $219,600.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

Located in State College, PA or Reston, VA

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

Design and implement machine learning systems, models, and schemes
Research and apply state-of-the-art machine learning prototypes to sponsor specific domains
Search and select appropriate data sets before performing data collection and data modeling
Visualize data for deeper insights
Generate and present technical research reports and briefings
Perform statistical analysis in support of pattern of life and anomaly detection
Perform data fusion and correlation
Build high quality software prototypes integrated with our various research and pre-production software environments
Collaborate with other ARL staff and sponsors
Supervise the work of lower-level staff and undergraduate student
Perform tasks of a larger scope and lead specific tasks within the project scope

Required skills/knowledge includes:

Data science/algorithm development
Data science / Machine Learning languages to include Python
Research, development and implementation of machine learning models

Preferred skills/knowledge includes:

Active TS/SCI Clearance
Master's degree
Training and optimizing ML algorithms on GPU hardware architectures, specifically NVIDIA based
Working with geo-spatial data
Statistics, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra
Exploratory data analysis and visualization
Data science / Machine Learning tools to include Pandas, PyTorch/TensorFlow, NumPy, MatPlotLib, PostGreSQL, FastAPI
Software Development tools to include Git, Docker, Kubernetes, SSH

Your work location will be on-site State College PA or Reston, VA in a classified environment

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Principal Professional, this position

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

SALARY & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $109,300.00 - $219,600.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

EEO IS THE LAW

Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster

PA State Labor Law Poster

Penn State Policies

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