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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#222222'>Dear Colleagues, <br><br>AFRL is recruiting a post-doctoral researcher for the topic below: <br><br>AI Development for Competitive Space-Based Games: The research topic is centered on development of AI engines (primarily reinforcement learning approaches) to compete in a multi-player, competitive, zero-sum game involving space dynamics and space environment constraints, e.g. power, thermal, communications, etc. The project will involve co-opting or developing the game mechanics as needed; using openly available game engines and physics simulations to implement the game in a form suitable for play by computers; the development & training of AI engines using openly available development environments; the analysis of AI player performance against human players; and documentation of results via reports and/or technical papers. <br><br>US Citizenship is required for this position. We cannot accept dual-citizens (defined as holding a non-US issued passport) or US Permanent Residents. <br><br>The position has the option for a 2nd year renewal subject to agreement on both sides. There are potential opportunities for follow-on employment at AFRL. <br><br>Please pass this on to potentially interested parties and/or your colleagues who may know potential candidates. <br><br>Interested candidates should contact me directly at the email address below with a CV and expected availability date. Address any questions to this address as well. <br><br>Best Regards, <br><br>Scott <br><br>------------------------------------------ <br>Dr. R. Scott Erwin, DR-IV <br>Autonomous Systems Technology Lead <br><br>Air Force Research Laboratory <br>Space Vehicles Directorate <br>Kirtland AFB, NM 87117 <br><br>(505) 846-9816 (office) <br>(505) 463-8674 (cell) <br><br><a href="mailto:richard.erwin@us.af.mil" target="_blank">richard.erwin@us.af.mil</a></span><o:p></o:p></p></div></body></html>