Applied Scientist: Optimization & RealTime Decision Systems
Davidson Technologies
Colorado Springs, CO · Posted November 2, 2026
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November 2026
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- #4Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Mountain West58 jobs · of 15
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- #9Best cities for aerospace and defense jobs245 openings · of 67
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About the job
...Davidson Technologies, Inc. seeks an Applied Scientist in Colorado Springs to develop algorithms for optimization, uncertainty, simulation, and sequential decision-making in defense applications. This self-directed role emphasizes rigorous mathematical reasoning, practical...