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If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE - and make a difference with us. Department Summary: MITRE’s Artificial Intelligence Innovation Center's Robotics and Autonomous Systems Department is an innovative team of engineers focused on the development of cutting-edge autonomous systems, robotics capabilities, and AI solutions for a safer world. The Robotics and Autonomous Systems Department has a new opportunity for a strong technical candidate with a STEM degree to join an innovative team of engineers focused on developing Artificial Intelligence and/or Autonomous System solutions for sponsor needs. The right candidate will enjoy a fast-paced team environment and working with groundbreaking technology. We are seeking a self-starter that assists in building robotics and artificial intelligence projects. The candidate for this position will work a wide variety of challenging activities in direct support of sponsor programs and will support MITRE’s AI and autonomy efforts. Roles and Responsibilities: + Maintain knowledge of advances of autonomy and robotics capabilities + Leverage technical expertise to evaluate and improve AI/Autonomy system performance + Provide thought leadership centered around autonomy/AI technology adoption on robotics hardware and cloud-based computing environments + Develop, propose, and conduct research in the field of autonomy and AI + Evaluate autonomy or AI solutions and provide guidance to sponsors based on their requirements + Work on topics in robotics-relevant fields, such as computer vision, deep learning, machine learning, planning, human machine teaming, and multi-robot systems + Build capabilities in one of more growth area for Autonomous Systems (e.g., maritime autonomy, healthcare robotics, space robotics) + Help department and division execute strategy around enabling high-consequence applications of Autonomy, including necessary assurance, T&E, and societal implications Basic Qualifications: + Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as engineering, computer science, etc., and less than one year of related experience. + Understanding of autonomous systems across different physical domains + Knowledge of robotics-relevant fields, such as computer vision, deep learning, machine learning, planning, human machine teaming, and multi-robot systems + Ability to articulate autonomy-specific challenges (in perception, reasoning, behaviors, collaborations), discuss critical issues, and identify gaps + Familiarity with the state of the art technology in the autonomous and AI systems field + Knowledge of the challenges of developing autonomous and AI systems that are robust in real world scenarios + Must be a US citizen able to obtain and maintain a US government clearance + Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, and Word + Experience developing machine learning solutions with modern toolchains, e.g. TensorFlow, MXNet, Scikit-Learn + Experience with robotics software and frameworks, e.g. ROS + Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C++ and python + Must have demonstrated proficiency and strength in verbal, written, PC, presentation, and communications skills along with the ability to foster relationship development with sponsors + Proven ability to work independently to learn new technologies, techniques, processes, languages, platforms, systems + This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site Preferred Qualifications: + Practical knowledge of simulation environments for AI/autonomous systems + Understanding of the Federal Government, specifically with relation to AI and Autonomy interests, missions, and organizations + U.S. Citizen with active/current DoD Secret Clearance This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s): None This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s): Secret Work Location Type: Hybrid MITRE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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