PhD Opportunity in Combinatorial AI: This is a fully funded PhD opportunity in the field of Combinatorial Artificial Intelligence (also known as Third Wave AI) for defence applications. The research aims to define novel approaches to developing and combining 1st wave (rules/logic-based) and 2nd wave (machine learning) AI techniques to address challenges in the defence sector. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a world-leading scholar and in collaboration with the industrial partner BAE Systems.
Fully Funded PhD Opportunity in Combinatorial Artificial Intelligence for Defence Applications
Designation
PhD Researcher
Research Area
Combinatorial Artificial Intelligence for Defence Applications
Location
Cranfield University, UK
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must have a B.Sc. in engineering or a related area
- Must have or be close to having a Master’s degree (to be completed by the start of the program)
- Demonstrated background in aerospace, autonomy, and AI/ML is advantageous
Job Description
- Develop novel approaches to combining 1st and 2nd wave AI techniques
- Apply these combinatorial AI methods to address defence-specific challenges such as:
- Robust and explainable machine-aided decision support
- Semantic understanding of operational environments
- Autonomous data processing to reduce reliance on human analysts
- Improved synthetic training using machine-based instructors
- Enhanced virtual assistants for platform-operator interfaces
- Work closely with the academic supervisor and industrial partner BAE Systems
How to Apply
For further information, please contact Professor Weisi Guo at Weisi.Guo@cranfield.ac.uk.
To apply, please complete the online application form. Ensure that all requested documentation is uploaded before submitting the application.
Last Date to Apply
27 Aug 2025
