AI/ML Research Associate
$23.10/h-$33.50/h
Analytical Mechanics Associates3 days ago
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Summary
Analytical Mechanics Associates is seeking an AI/ML Research Associate to join their team at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. The role involves integrating AI/ML techniques into mission-driven research and federal business operations.
About the Role
As an AI/ML Research Associate, you will work alongside NASA scientists and engineers to support AI governance, risk analysis, and applied data support. Your responsibilities will include documenting AI-related work, preparing and organizing data, running basic analyses, and creating prototypes. You will collaborate closely with a mentor to build practical AI capabilities and workflows.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Engineering, Math, Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Policy/Program Management with technical exposure, or similar) or equivalent practical experience.
- Interest in responsible AI / AI governance and comfort working with structured checklists and documentation.
- Basic experience with Python or strong willingness to learn quickly.
- Familiarity with common data formats (CSV/Excel, text files) and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate clearly in writing and presentations.
- Strong organization and follow-through.
Preferred:
- Exposure to AI governance concepts (model cards, data documentation, risk assessment basics).
- Experience with data cleaning and analysis (pandas, Excel, basic SQL).
- Familiarity with simple machine learning and data visualization tools.
- Experience working with process workflows (Jira/ADO/Trello/SharePoint).
- Graduate students (MS/PhD), recent graduates, or career transitioners are welcome.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package including paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave.
- Salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting.
- Tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Analytical Mechanics Associates
Since 1962, AMA has worked with government and commercial organizations solving tough engineering, math, and business problems. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technology and visualization to build innovative solutions. The knowledge, innovation and dedication of the AMA team creates solutions for today’s problems and provides a catalyst for tomorrow’s discoveries. With operations in Hampton, VA; Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Houston and Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View and Antelope Valley, CA; AMA is a small business with a wide reach.
Hampton, VA