Research Scientist
MetronReston, Virginia, United States
Posted March 24, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems.
Job Description
Metron is an employee-owned company seeking a Research Scientist to develop mathematical models and algorithms, and participate in operational analysis. The successful candidate will interact with customers, gather requirements and data, and contribute to the development of Metron tools.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, applied mathematics, physics, engineering, operations research, or related field
- Programming experience in Java, C, C++, MATLAB, Mathematica and/or Python
- Mathematical modeling, simulation, signal processing, tracking and fusion, AI/ML or physical modeling experience, specifically in uncertain environments
- US Citizenship required
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Accompanying FSA and HSA options
- Additional Voluntary Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Military Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement
- Annual Salary Reviews
- Profit Sharing
- 401(k) Traditional and Roth Options
- Gym and Fitness Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
