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Research Scientist

Leidos

$85,150 - $153,925
Nov 22, 2025
Huntsville, AL, United States of America
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Leidos is seeking to solve complex engineering problems in the Defense Industry, specifically in the areas of aerospace and defense applications, by applying engineering and machine learning concepts.

Requirements

  • Highly proficient with Python and C++ and modern programming practices
  • Experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, vitest) is strongly desired
  • Fundamental understanding of mathematical concepts, including linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry, and coordinate frames
  • Understanding of machine learning basics, supervised learning, reinforcement learning, and statistics
  • Proficient with source control technologies (Git, GitLab)
  • Solid technical communication skills
  • Experience with software development and engineering principles

Responsibilities

  • Develop solutions to aerospace and defense problems by applying a variety of engineering, AI/ML, and software technical skills
  • Leverage internal resources (e.g., software toolkits), collaborate with peers and experienced professionals, and learn independently
  • Apply machine learning basics, supervised learning, reinforcement learning, and statistics to solve complex problems
  • Develop software applications that enable real-world operators to leverage engineering solutions
  • Work with a highly technical, multidisciplinary team consisting of aerospace engineers, computer scientists, research scientists, and statisticians
  • Apply fundamental understanding of mathematical concepts, including linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry, and coordinate frames
  • Utilize source control technologies (Git, GitLab) and unit testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, vitest)

Other

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
  • Eventually must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
  • Must be a resident of North Alabama area, or willing to relocate to work on-site at the Huntsville, AL office
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Math, Computer Science or Related field with 4-6 years of work experience