AI/ML Applied Researcher – Autonomy

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated AI/ML Applied Researcher – Autonomy to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply cutting-edge AI/ML techniques to address technical challenges in aerospace and defense applications.
• Support the rapid development of innovative demonstrations and prototypes to mature AI/ML-enabled autonomous systems, including modeling, simulation, and integration to real-world vehicles.
• Support or lead applied research and development programs in collaboration with external partners, including MIT and other institutions.
• Contribute to the preparation of new R&D project proposals for government programs
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• 3+ years of experience with machine learning algorithms and tools (e.g., PyTorch), artificial intelligence, computer vision, or natural language processing.
• Experience with software development (e.g., Python).
• Must be a US Person (US citizen or permanent resident/Green Card holder)
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• PhD degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with robotics or autonomous vehicles
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required.
• The selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at Cambridge, MA, or Manassas, VA. Proximity to one of these locations is required.
  
  

Salary Range (Annualized USD)

• Minimum Range: $94,000.00 to $167,000.00
• Maximum Range: $113,000.00 to $202,000.00
  
  

Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.