R&D Intern
Location:
Central Virginia (Madison, VA); Washington, DC metro area (Alexandria, VA); Seattle, WAARiA applies broad interdisciplinary expertise in acoustics, machine learning, modeling & simulation, and signal processing toward innovative science and engineering research and development for a diverse set of government and corporate clients. Partnering with government, industry, and academia, ARiA solves critical challenges. ARiA is a small business where you can make a big difference. Our employees, including those at entry-level, are working together with the CIO of the Air Force to use artificial intelligence and machine learning to change the way the government acquires technology and working with top Navy leaders to use video games and simulation to change the way sailors are trained to use sonar.
Position Description:
Entry-level Summer Intern (0-2+ years of experience) to support a range of projects such as development and implementation of machine-learning algorithms and software, and design, development, and testing of machine-classification and cognitive systems, working in close coordination with ARiA scientists and engineers.
Responsible for: Supporting algorithm and software design, development, research, and testing to support prototypes and products
Sample tasks:
- Development of classification methods and algorithms for sonar-signal processing
- Using deep learning to understand the relevant physical features in acoustic scattering data for use in a project on remediating underwater sites contaminated by unexploded ordnance
- Developing an information-retrieval tool that allows natural-language query of legal documents to answer user questions about government regulations
Requirements:- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or equivalent
- Exceptional ability and desire to acquire new knowledge and skills to solve challenges Ability to work independently but collaboratively
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced professional office environment
- Ability to communicate technical solutions to project management and the development team
- Superior oral and written communications skills
Applicants selected for employment may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship, for access to sensitive information.
Desirable Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
Exposure to or interest in acoustics and the underwater environment
Exposure to or interest in signal processing and machine learning
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to HR@ariacoustics.com
