Machine Learning Researcher
Rome, New York
Overview
General Atomics pioneers technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product lines within an incredible, dynamic environment.
Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.
Schedule: Full-Time Salary
Job Level: Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Travel: 0 - 25
Success Profile
What makes a successful Machine Learning Researcher at General Atomics? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Analytical
- Collaborative
- Inventive
- Problem Solver
- Team Player
- Creative
Job Summary From concept-to-deployment, General Atomics North Point Defense, Inc. (GA-NPD), a division of General Atomics Integrated Intelligence, Inc. (GA-I3), provides AI/ML-based autonomous signal processing and data dissemination solutions providing real-time actionable intelligence supporting tactical and national mission priorities. At GA-NPD, we take a tailored approach meeting our customers’ unique intelligence needs. Our team of experts work closely with the end-user in the development and implementation of a defense solution meeting platform and/or site-specific requirements. We pride ourselves as a trusted Defense Industry partner and deliver top-notch services far exceeding typical industry standards.
GA-NPD is seeking an experienced Machine Learning Researcher to join its team in Rome, NY.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Research methods focused on enable ML technologies that provide real-world solutions.
- Collaborate with a diverse team of software developers, DSP engineers, FPGA engineers, and Subject Matter Experts.
- Your research may result in publications in AI/ML conferences and journals.
Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in data science, applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, or related technical/quantitative discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Basic experience and skill with PyTorch and TensorFlow.
- Basic knowledge of languages such as Python.
- Research topics including reinforcement learning, multimodal models, object detection, LLMs, and transformers are preferable.
- Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Current TS/SCI a strong plus.
Salary:$62,460 - $105,533
Benefits
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Healthcare
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Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans
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Competitive Pay
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Multiple product lines means a variety of work
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Paid Time Off

“The company is growing, has a very good reputation and had open positions in my area of expertise (aircraft design/design methodology development).”– Peter, Senior Staff Engineer

“We don't ascribe to quotas; we do ascribe to securing the BEST talent to enrich our culture toward healthy diversification and active/viable community service. We are STEM advocates.”– Debra, CSSBB: Staff Engineer

“Every day is different, with different problems to solve and many programs to support. I am a problem solver and have always been motivated by the tough questions.”– Scott, Laser Scientist

“I work in the Components Engineering and Obsolescence Management Dept. Our efforts are saving General Atomics several millions of dollars by proactively leading and informing the company of all these decisions which significantly impact production, sustainment and new designs.”– John, Staff Engineer
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