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Rydberg Technologies

AMO Physicist

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

PhD in atomic, optical, quantum physics, applied physics and engineering, or similar; * US citizens or green card holders may be given priority due to export controls Company Benefits * Paid Time Off ...

TAE

Scientist - Applied Laser Physics

Foothill Ranch, CA · On-site

$125K - $140K/yr

PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, or Optical Engineering * Preferred: Specialization in laser diagnostics or plasma optics At TAE Technologies, we consider a wide range of factors when making ...

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2026 PhD Graduate - Intelligent Autonomous Systems and Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Laurel, MD • On-site

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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Job Summary:
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a PhD graduate to join their Intelligent Combat Platforms Group. The role involves innovating technologies in autonomous systems and artificial intelligence, working on collaborative teams to design, prototype, and test new capabilities that support US warfighters.
Responsibilities:
• Work on collaborative teams in one or more areas: intelligent control and decision-making, human-machine collaboration, networked and teamed systems, software/hardware design, multi-faceted algorithm development, complex battlefield management, and next generation autonomous air platforms.
• Prototype and simulate AI systems by writing code, developing software (simulation and visualization), creating algorithms, interfacing software/hardware, and supporting real-time demonstrations of autonomy in live, virtual, and simulation test environments.
• Collaborate with the nation’s leading experts in AI and work with an outstanding team of engineers, scientists, and software developers to deliver powerful capabilities to the warfighter.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Have a PhD Degree in a STEM area.
• Are skilled in C++ and/or Python and have knowledge of software design patterns.
• Have experience with applications for physical systems such as mechanical, aerospace, or robotics (e.g. Unmanned Aerial Systems).
• Have classroom or professional experience with artificial intelligence and autonomy algorithms.
• Are able to obtain an interim Secret security clearance by your start date, and ultimately a Top Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
Preferred:
• Have classroom or professional experience working with any of our core skills: autonomous systems, artificial intelligence, deep/reinforcement/machine learning, robotics, dynamics and controls, flight test and evaluation, modeling and simulation, avionics and sensors, aerodynamics, air combat platform design, data science, and statistical analysis.
• Have experience in military/department operations and acquisition processes.
• Have experience developing in a modern software development environment that includes automated testing, continuous integration and deployment, and 'DevSecOps' environments.
• Have proficiency in additional programming languages (C, C#, Java, MATLAB), cloud computing, and configuration management.
• Have completed any certifications or internships.
Company:
The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit university-affiliated research center (UARC) that provides solutions to complex national security and scientific challenges with technical expertise and prototyping, research and development, and analysis. Founded in 1942, the company is headquartered in Laurel, USA, with a team of 5001-10000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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