Computer Scientist

AeroVironment (AVAV)

WPAFB, USA
$83,000 - $117,600; not specified; medical, dental...
Fully remote
Python programming language
Linux/unix command-line
Version control (git)
Contribute to cutting-edge defense research by developing and maintaining innovative computational solutions for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)

Job Summary

  • Contribute to cutting-edge defense research by developing and maintaining innovative computational solutions for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).
  • Design, develop, test, and deploy software and scripts to support artificial-intelligence driven data analysis, agent-based environments, and process automation.
  • AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

Contribute to cutting-edge defense research by developing and maintaining innovative computational solutions for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).

Salary

$83,000 - $117,600; Not specified; Medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, 9/80 work schedule, paid holiday shutdown

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python programming language
  • Linux/UNIX command-line
  • Version control (Git)
  • Prompt/context engineering
  • AI agent development
  • Time management skills

Nice-to-have

  • Molecular dynamic simulation modeling
  • Physics-based computational modeling
  • Containerization technologies
  • Parallel programming
  • Agentic software experience
  • Cloud service architectures
  • Production computing environment

Key Requirements

  • MSc in Computer Science or related field or Bachelor's with 4+ years experience
  • US Citizen required
  • Fluency in high-level programming languages
  • Familiarity with Linux/UNIX
  • Experience with prompt/context engineering
  • Understanding of version control (Git)
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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