Senior Autonomous Systems Research Scientist

Company: Carnegie Mellon University – Software Engineering Institute

Location: Arlington, VA or Pittsburgh, PA

Clearance Required: —

Salary: Not posted

Description

The AI for Autonomy Lab within the SEI’s AI Division is recruiting a Senior Autonomous Systems Research Scientist who has a passion for solving complex problems in real-world, mission-critical environments. The lab is focused on the lifecycle of AI-enabled autonomous systems and helping our sponsors apply AI appropriately to increase system effectiveness without adding unacceptable risk.

• Hands-on Research: Lead novel research in applied machine learning and robotics.
• Solution Development: Lead interdisciplinary teams to turn research results into prototype operational capabilities for government customers and stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Actively participate with researchers, developers, engineers, designers, technical leads, campus labs, and our government customers to understand challenges, needs, and potential solutions.
• Mentoring: Mentor and teach junior staff, lead technical sessions, and contribute to the establishment of technical norms for the Lab.

This position is based onsite 5 days per week at SEI’s offices in either Pittsburgh, PA or Arlington, VA.

Requirements

• BS in Robotics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline with ten (10) years of experience; OR MS in the same fields with eight (8) years of experience; OR PhD in the same fields with five (5) years of experience.
• You will be subject to a background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of War security clearance.
• Willing to travel up to 25% of the time to locations outside of your home location. Travel sites include SEI offices in Pittsburgh and Arlington, sponsor sites, conferences, and offsite meetings.