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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · 2 days ago

Senior Data Scientist - AI-Enabled Signal Exploitation

Richland, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $229K/yr

5+ years exp

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution focused on scientific research and national security. They are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to develop and implement advanced AI algorithms for enhancing RF communication and sensing systems, addressing complex challenges in signal processing.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct cutting-edge research to develop new AI techniques and algorithms for RF signal processing, including but not limited to automatic modulation recognition, signal detection and classification, and adaptive communication systems

Apply machine learning and deep learning methodologies to improve the analysis, interpretation, and management of RF signals in noisy and contested environments

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate AI technologies into existing and next-generation RF communication systems, ensuring they meet stringent security and reliability standards

Design, implement, and iterate on novel deep learning methods to directly address National Security problems

Ability to recreate state-of-the-art architectures, training techniques, and digital signal processing blocks from journal publications with minimal examples and/or author code access

Stay abreast of advancements in AI, machine learning, and RF technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in national security applications

Qualification

AI algorithmsMachine learningDeep learningPython developmentSignal processingRadio frequency applicationsCross-functional collaborationActive DOE Q clearanceActive TS/SCI clearanceCommunication

Required

BS/BA and 5+ years of relevant work experience -OR-

MS/MA and 3+ years of relevant work experience -OR-

PhD with 1+ year of relevant experience

U.S. Citizenship

Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B

Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the applicant selected for hire is subject to pre-employment drug testing, and post-employment random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP)

Preferred

Experience in AI/ML/DL in applied science/research for national security challenges

Experience leading research efforts that apply machine learning and artificial intelligence to communications, signal processing, time series, radio frequency applications

Experience in Python development and common associated libraries (e.g., Pandas, Numpy, Scipy)

Experience and proficiency developing, training, and testing machine learning models in frameworks like PyTorch

Active DOE Q clearance and ability to maintain such clearance

Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to maintain such clearance

Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills