AI/ML Remote Sensing Scientist

3 days ago


Chantilly, United States The Aerospace Corporation Full time

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

The Electronics and Sensors Division (ESD) is a world-class engineering and scientific leader in electronics and remote sensing systems. Our staff includes subject matter experts across a broad range of disciplines including radio frequency; infrared; visible and spectral sensors; sensor exploitation methods; analog and digital electronics; vehicle power systems; and space system electronic parts, materials, and processes. Our expertise, combined with sophisticated in-house laboratories, prototyping, modeling, and simulation capabilities, enables ESD to deliver innovative solutions to national space systems and civil customers.

The Machine Intelligence and Exploitation Department (MIXD) resides within ESD and is in Chantilly, VA and Colorado Springs, CO. We specialize in applying Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) to extract information from and enhance the value of our customers’ data. Applications include data fusion/integration, computer vision, pattern recognition and anomaly detection on large, diverse datasets for automation, discovery, and predictive modeling.

We are looking for AI/ML practitioners with strong backgrounds in remotely sensed data to grow our department of highly skilled technical specialists. Join us today and become a part of a culture of innovation, growth, technical excellence, and significant contributions to our nation’s capabilities

Work Model: This is an onsite role, requiring at least 4 days/week onsite in Chantilly, VA or Colorado Springs, CO

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Develop innovative and sophisticated AI/ML applications for information extraction including computer vision, data fusion, pattern recognition, and anomaly detection in support of automation and predictive modeling

  • Explore the art of the possible and prototype AI/ML-based solutions for the government across multiple domains

  • Review and characterized the performance of contractor supplied AI/ML solutions to support program acquisition activities

  • Inform the government on an effective path forward in the application of AI/ML to their mission

  • Support a portfolio of high-impact projects, engaging with other experts across multiple disciplines to explore innovative enterprise solutions to critical national missions

What You Need to be Successful – Senior Member of Technical Staff

Minimum Requirements:

  • Master’s degree from an accredited program in the physical sciences, engineering, computer science or related technical discipline.

  • 4 or more years of experience post bachelor’s degree working with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch

  • Experienced using Python to implement AI/ML and data science solutions.

  • Strong desire to grow your knowledge and expertise in the application of AI/ML to data fusion, computer vision, pattern recognition, anomaly detection and predictive modeling

  • Desire to learn signal and/or image processing and the underlying physical phenomenologies

  • This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI access clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for Engineering Specialist:

  • Minimum 7 years of experience post bachelor’s degree

  • Background in signal processing, image science, spectral analysis, spatial analysis and/or computer vision

  • Demonstrated expertise in Deep Learning, Graph Applications, Natural Language Processing, and/or large databases

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

  • Advanced degree in a physical science, engineering, computer science, or related technical discipline

  • Demonstrated expertise in developing and applying AI/ML techniques to real-world data

  • Experience with signal and/or image processing

  • Current and active Top Secret/SCI security clearance

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$110,400 - $193,500

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

  • Operate Strategically
  • Lead Change
  • Engage with Impact
  • Foster Innovation
  • Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

  • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

  • Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

  • 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

  • Relocation assistance

  • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

  • Education assistance programs

  • An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.



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