Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Project Leader

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab • $100K — $245K *
Laurel, MD 20707In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or similar technical field
  • 3+ years of project leadership in DoD, Cyber, or National Health AI settings
  • Project management experience with large R&D initiatives from conception to closure
  • Strong verbal and written communication, analytical, and organizational skills
  • Ability to secure a Top Secret security clearance
  • Willingness to travel to customer sites as required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and build teams to deliver AI and data science solutions for national defense and healthcare
  • Develop innovative research proposals targeting high-risk, high-reward projects
  • Mentor team members to grow into future leaders
  • Forge collaborations with scientists and engineers across various divisions and research communities
  • Ensure successful transition of research outcomes into real-world applications

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-disciplinary teams
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions
  • Ability to contribute to meaningful projects in national defense and healthcare
  • Potential for involvement in high-impact research initiatives
Full Job Description
Description

We are seeking a project leader to help us build innovative solutions for challenges in national defense and healthcare. .We are looking for a project and technical leader to guide teams of engineers and software developers prototyping and operationalizing state of the art AI solutions.

As an AI Project Leader:
  • You will build and lead strong teams with APL scientists and engineers to develop and deliver effective AI and data science solutions to civilian and military sponsors
  • You will lead the development of new research proposals to pursue high-risk, high-reward ideas and transition successes to real world impact
  • You will combine your technical expertise and leadership experience to mentor and grow team members into future leaders
  • You will build partnerships with scientists and engineers across APL, the other divisions of JHU, and the wider research community


Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or other relevant technical field
  • Have at least 3 years of project leadership experience in DoD-, Cyber, or National Health-based AI, Machine Learning or Data Science settings
  • Have project management experience from concept development through execution and close out of large-scale R & D initiatives
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Are able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance by your start date. 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.
  • Are willing and able to travel to customer sites as needed.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
  • Have a Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or other relevant technical field, with emphasis on data science or applied math
  • Have at least 8 years of software development and engineering experience
  • Have prior experience with large government research and development programs across multiple military and civilian government agencies


Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually

About Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a research and development organization that provides solutions to national security and scientific challenges. The laboratory was founded in 1942 and is located in Laurel, Maryland. APL is a division of the Johns Hopkins University and is a not-for-profit organization. The laboratory has expertise in a variety of areas, including space exploration, national security, and healthcare.
Learn more about Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1942
* Ladders Estimates

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