METRON

Position ID:
750-RS [#25998]
Position Title:
Research Scientist
Position Type:
BEGIN
Position Location:
Reston, Virginia 20190, United States of America
Subject Area:
Applied Mathematics
Appl Deadline:
2025/01/08 11:59PMhelp popup (posted 2024/12/04, listed until 2025/06/04)
Position Description:
  URMs  

Position Description

Our Reston office is seeking talented Research Scientist candidates to develop mathematical models and algorithms, develop and demonstrate prototype software, and participate in operational analysis related to their technical work. We employ mathematicians, physicists and computer scientists. We routinely apply stochastic processes, statistical inference, optimization and scheduling, models of random graphs and applied physics to develop the underlying theory and applications for our clients. 

The successful candidate will interact with customers, gather requirements and data, write and present briefings, and contribute to the development of Metron tools. Projects typically involve developing advanced algorithms implemented in a computer prototype system for our research & development customers. Areas of focus span a broad spectrum from data analysis and fusion, artificial intelligence and machine learning, signal processing, multi-variable optimization, mission planning and tactical decision aids. We work in small teams, led by Senior Scientists, who work closely with new employees. Project teams work together from the initial system concept, through software and algorithm design, to implementation and demonstration. 

 Required Qualifications: 
  • Advanced degree in computer science, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, operations research, or related field 
  • Mathematical, simulation, signal processing, tracking and fusion, machine learning or physical modeling experience
  • US Citizenship required; successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information 

Desired Qualifications: 
  • Programming experience in Java, C, C++, MATLAB, Mathematica and/or Python 
  • Proficiency in object-oriented programming skills 
  • Application of academic experience shown through presented talks at conferences or workshops and publications highly desired 
  • Active clearance 

Position Location: Reston, VA 

 *The selected individual(s) will be required to work from the Reston, VA office however we are flexible with our relocation timelines. ** 

Expected Start dates for this role are Spring 2025 and later

Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Unofficial Transcript
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://www.metsci.com/careers/join-our-team/?gh_jid=4551953007
email address
703-787-8700
 
1818 Library Street, STE 600
Reston, VA 20190