Co-Op, Machine Learning - Simulation Engineer

Co-Op, Machine Learning - Simulation Engineer

Looking to make an impact by developing disruptive artificial intelligence technologies? Saab Inc. is seeking an innovative Simulation Engineer to work with our technical teams through our Co-Op program this summer (May-August timeframe). This Co-Op opportunity is open to in office or remote.

You will be defining, implementing, integrating, verifying, delivering, and maintaining simulations for autonomy and artificial intelligence-based capabilities for a variety of multi-domain platforms.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Highly collaborative research and development, including the design and development of novel systems with Ph.D.-level subject matter experts and academic researchers.

• Work with the resident Simulation expert and develop a solution for testing and benchmarking of Air to Ground Autonomous systems for vulnerabilities to failure under scenario perturbations.

• Adapt existing automated, GenAI based closed loop training and simulation pipeline that can continuously train/evaluate autonomous systems in shadow mode and provide insights into model performance, data gaps and shift/uncertainty detection.

• Continuously improve and monitor the reliability, performance, and usability of simulation software through testing against Sim-to-Real metrics that include objectives for improving transfer, accuracy, latency and training data needs.

• Develop novel simulation models/methods and testing infrastructure to further advance the field of developing realism in digital twins for accelerating the training and development of autonomous systems for reliable deployment.

• Stay informed and be up-to-speed on all relevant trends, advancements, and breakthroughs in the areas of Sim2Real and Real2Sim, Photoreal simulations.

• General data science practices, including the curation of big data and experience with Python machine learning libraries.

• Algorithm design and software development, in collaboration with members of our technical team.

• Support sensor integration and fusion into simulations including radar, lidar, and/or EO/IR.

• Working with a team of engineers to design, implement, unit test, document, and maintain software in multiple programming languages on Linux, Windows, and embedded platforms.

• Apply fundamentals and best practices of software engineering to create innovative solutions and solve challenging problems.

• Support software modeling, simulation, integration, and test activities as needed.

• Present and discuss technical concepts, tradeoffs, analyses, designs, and performance estimates.

• Follow through on full product lifecycle: development, prototyping, integration, verification, delivery, and support as required including operations and at-sea prototyping and testing.

Compensation Range: $20-22/hr

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, Saab Inc. offers a sign-on bonus to off-set housing expenses for Co-Ops residing outside the typical office commuting distance.

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Required Skills and Experience

• Enrollment in an accredited degree program focused in anEngineering or related discipline.

• Completed Sophomore year or greater at time of hire.

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.

• US Citizen preferred.

• Strong Interest in modeling and simulation, classical & modern control skills development. Interest in high fidelity, physics real simulation is preferred.

• Experience with simulation environments for training and testing autonomous systems, such as Gazebo, AirSim, or PX4 SITL is a plus.

  • Experience/ knowledge of differentiable rendering is a plus.

  • Experience with development with Unreal Engine (preferred), Unity, OGRE, or equivalent high fidelity 3d visual rendering frameworks.

  • Experience with computer aided design and 3d modeling tools related to simulation modeling, such as Blender (preferred), Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max.

  • Experience designing or working with multi domain (maritime, aerial) dynamics models in Matlab/Simulink (Mathworks), ROS / Gazebo, or other aerospace / maritime simulation tools.

  • Programming language proficiency in Python. Experience developing on Linux (preferred) or Windows OS.

  • Familiarity with Git or other source control.

  • Interest in algorithm development, especially artificial intelligence, machine learning, and autonomy algorithms.

  • Interest in working with the military on cutting edge autonomy applications.

  • Interest in co-development of disruptive new technologies with academia, via both hardware and software prototyping.

  • Ability to collaborate with a digital and distributed team.

  • Absolutely MUST have a passion for learning and interest in advancing state-of-the-art technology.

Extras:

• Previous projects in developing simulations for autonomy and AI.

• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

• Familiarity with Ubuntu.

• Experience with unsupervised, supervised, and reinforcement learning applications.

• Experience with Generative AI solutions and frameworks is a plus.

• Experience with integrating software with sensors such as video cameras.

• Experience with unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).

• Experience with Unity and/or Unreal game engines, or game development.

• Experience with bare-metal embedded processing.

• Experience with software/hardware integration.

• Experience with radar, lidar, and/or EO/IR systems.

• Familiarity with the design and development of autonomous surface and underwater systems.

• Experience creating and giving digital presentations.

• Image processing, feature identification, and tracking, including pattern recognition and anomaly detection.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.