AI Research Scientist, Applied AI

Meet Slingshot 

At Slingshot Aerospace, we’re on a mission to make space safer and more secure for everyone. Our work directly impacts global security, disaster response, climate monitoring, and the critical infrastructure that connects our world. We’re a team of builders, thinkers, and problem-solvers who believe that the next generation of space operations will be powered by better data and smarter software. 

What You’ll Be Launching 

As an AI Research Scientist, you will join the AI and Innovation department within Slingshot’s Technology organization. You will contribute directly to Slingshot’s vision to accelerate space sustainability and create a safer, more connected world. You will participate in the identification, development, and integration of novel algorithms and models, leveraging diverse data streams and advanced intelligence engines, and the subsequent integration of those technologies into prototypes and broader AI systems across the Slingshot platform. 

Your Mission (Should you choose to accept it) 

• Engage in relevant research and development (R&D) of AI systems, models, and advanced machine learning algorithms that augment physics-driven modeling and simulation systems 
• Explore and implement AI-powered simulation tooling in support of AI workflows through reinforcement learning, multi-agent systems, and hybrid modeling approaches
• Collaborate with research, engineering, and product teams to build AI-powered solutions that meet mission-critical modeling and decision-support needs
• Engage in and support the drafting and review of conference and journal articles and presentations, sharing advances with both internal stakeholders and the wider research community.
• Contribute content to technical invention disclosures, including associated narrative, graphics, and engagements in support of patent development
• Perform additional responsibilities (no more than 10% of duties) in support of the company’s technology and product development initiatives 

Pre-flight Checklist 

• Must have an Active US Security Clearance (Secret Minimum, Top Secret Preferred) US Security Clearances
• Masters in related field + Minimum of 2 years' experience in similar role (or PhD with relevant research projects) 
• AI/ML expertise
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