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Secure Systems Research and Development Engineer
Reston or Annapolis Junction or State College
$92k-$201k/yr HybridFull Time
Penn State University
Penn State University: Provides higher education and conducts extensive academic research programs.
0+ YOEBachelor's in Engineering/Science required; experience 0–5+ years depending on level. Requires software/system engineering, embedded/cloud development, Windows/*NIX administration, programming in C/Java/Python, cybersecurity testing knowledge, and active Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
C, Java, Python, Ansible, JIRA, Confluence, Arduino, STM32, Raspberry Pi, Oscilloscope, SpecAns, SDR
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Research and Development Engineer (CFD)
Springfield or Dayton
$130k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Modern Technology Solutions
Modern Technology Solutions: A technical services firm providing research and development engineering for defense and intelligence programs.
4+ YOEU.S. citizen with active TS/SCI (CI polygraph eligible), Bachelor's in relevant STEM, 4+ years DoD/IC experience, hypersonics and CFD proficiency, project management and strong communication skills.
CFD, GEOINT
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Research and Development Engineer (CFD)
Springfield or Dayton
$130k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.: Provides engineering, technology, and cybersecurity services for national security.
4+ YOEBachelor's in relevant STEM field, 4+ years experience in DoD/IC programs, strong hypersonic aerothermodynamics knowledge, proficiency with high-fidelity CFD tools, project management, and strong communication/teamwork skills.
CFD, GEOINT
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Research and Development Intern 2026
Radford, Virginia, United States
$43k-$58k/yr OnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
BAE Systems
BAE SystemsLondon Stock Exchange: BA: Provides advanced defense, aerospace, and security technology solutions.
Pursuing a Bachelor's in engineering, math, physics or technical field; CAD and OOP experience (C++, Java, MATLAB, Python); CFD and simulation familiarity; ability to follow directions in safety-critical environments and work on teams; U.S. person required.
CAD, C++, Java, MATLAB, Python, SolidWorks, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
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Senior Director, Research & User Intelligence, Customer and Developer Experiences
McLean or Cambridge or New York City or San Francisco
$270k-$336k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Capital One
Capital OneNYSE: COF: A diversified financial services providing banking and credit products.
8+ YOE2+ MgmtRequires 8+ years in user research, data science, customer experience, or product management; 3+ years analyzing qualitative and quantitative data; and 2+ years managing researchers, analysts, or data scientists.
AI, behavioral analytics, synthetic data
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Research Associate in Systems and Information Engineering
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
$60k-$65k/yr OnsiteFull Time
UVA Health
UVA Health: Academic medical center providing patient care and medical research.
Ph.D. required in systems engineering or related field; design and conduct laboratory and simulation studies; develop/evaluate interventions; analyse experimental data; mentor researchers; publish findings.
R, Python
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Senior Director, Research & User Intelligence, Customer and Developer Experiences
McLean or Cambridge or New York City or San Francisco
$270k-$336k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Capital One
Capital OneNYSE: COF: Provides credit card, banking, and auto loan services.
8+ YOE2+ MgmtRequires 8+ years in UX research, data science, customer experience, or product management; 3+ years analyzing qualitative and quantitative data; and 2+ years managing researchers, analysts, or data scientists.
AI
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Senior Director, Research & User Intelligence, Customer and Developer Experiences
McLean or San Francisco or Cambridge or New York
$270k-$308k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Capital One
Capital OneNYSE: COF: Financial services offering credit cards, banking, and loans.
8+ YOE2+ MgmtSenior research leader with 8+ years in UX research/data science/customer experience/product management, 3+ years analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, 2+ years managing researchers, experience building research programs and using AI-enabled discovery.
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Research Associate in Systems and Information Engineering
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
$60k-$65k/yr OnsiteFull Time
University of Virginia
University of Virginia: Provides higher education, academic research, and medical healthcare services.
Ph.D. required in systems/industrial engineering, human factors, cognitive psychology or related; experience with human-subject experiments, statistical programming (R, Python), publications, independent research, and mentoring.
R, Python
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Laboratory and Research Specialist II
Blacksburg, Virginia, United States
$52k-$54k/yr FieldFull Time
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech: Public land-grant university providing higher education and research.
Bachelor's in science/engineering or equivalent, experience with environmental sensors and equipment, ability to lift 30 lbs and work in adverse outdoor conditions, strong organizational and communication skills, Virginia driver's license with clear record, criminal conviction check required.
R, Python, MySQL, MATLAB, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PCB, GPS, RFID
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Research Associate - Science, Systems and Sustainment
Alexandria, Virginia, United States
$67k-$190k/yr HybridFull Time
Institute for Defense Analyses
Institute for Defense Analyses: Conducts independent research for U.S. national security agencies.
Bachelor's or master's degree in physical sciences, engineering, computer science, or related fields; analytical and independent research skills; Python, Matlab, R, or similar data analysis experience; U.S. citizenship and background check required.
Python, Matlab, R, natural language processing, AI
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Research, Science and Engineering Professionals - All levels of Experience
Hampton, Virginia, United States
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Analytical Mechanics Associates
Analytical Mechanics Associates: Provides aerospace engineering and technical services for space missions.
Candidates of all levels encouraged; onsite at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. US Citizenship or Permanent Residence required.
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Multimedia Forensics Research Scientist and Analyst
Springfield, Virginia, United States
$78k-$176k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
2+ YOE2+ years in Python/MATLAB, multimedia analysis, and machine learning; secret clearance; MS in CS/Math/Physics/Digital Forensics/Engineering.
Python, MATLAB, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Image Processing, Signal Processing
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Multimedia Forensics Research Scientist and Analyst
Springfield, Virginia, United States
$78k-$176k/yr HybridFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Consulting and technology services for government and commercial clients
2+ YOE2+ years in Python/MATLAB, multimedia analysis, signal/image processing, ML/CV; 2+ years in presenting scientific findings; Secret clearance; Master's degree in CS, Math, Physics, Digital Forensics, or Engineering.
Python, MATLAB, multimedia analysis, machine learning, computer vision
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Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
$99k-$207k/yr OnsiteFull Time
CACI International
CACI InternationalNYSE: CACI: Provides information technology and engineering services for government agencies.
10+ YOERequires active TS/SCI, 10+ years M&S experience on DoD programs, accredited degree in physics/engineering/computer science/applied math (Master's/PhD preferred), strong AFSIM and other M&S tool experience, scientific method and technical writing skills.
AFSIM, ITASE, ODESSA, Eco-System
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AFSIM/KCAT Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Arlington, Virginia, United States
$117k-$227k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
8+ YOEBachelor's degree in a technical discipline, 8+ years MS&A or operations research experience, AFSIM/KCAT expertise, coding (Python,C++), ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance, strong communication skills.
AFSIM, KCAT, GRIPS, Python, C++
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Data and Research Operations Student Worker (Student Wage)
Charlottesville or Charlottesville
$15/hr OnsitePart Time
University of Virginia
University of Virginia: Public research university offering academic programs and healthcare services.
Current third- or fourth-year bachelor's student in computer science, IT, biomedical engineering, or related field; troubleshooting skills, protocol compliance, confidentiality, and rotating shift availability required.
Python, CGMs, IoT
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Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
$99k-$207k/yr OnsiteFull Time
CACI
CACINYSE: CACI: Provides information technology and professional services to government clients.
10+ YOEModeling and simulation expert with DoD experience, TS/SCI clearance, proficiency with M&S tools (AFSIM preferred), and leadership abilities.
AFSIM, ITASE, ODESSA, Eco-System
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Sr. Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Arlington, Virginia, United States
$160k-$210k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Systems Planning and Analysis
Systems Planning and Analysis: Provides technical and analytical support to national security agencies.
10+ YOEBachelor's degree, 10+ years experience (5+ analytical), active TS/SCI clearance, modeling/simulation and study planning experience, able to work onsite; STORM experience and Master's preferred.
STORM, SWIFT
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AP Research: Part Time Video and Curriculum Development
Virginia, United States
RemotePart Time
Virtual Virginia
Virtual Virginia: Providing online K-12 instruction and digital learning resources.
VA teaching license endorsed in a content area, recent teaching experience, curriculum development and video production skills, familiarity with Canvas and H5P, and ability to review and refine AI-generated instructional materials.
Canvas LMS, H5P
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