AI Machine Learning Engineer

Reference: 732477BRPosted: 2026-06-17Location: Manassas, VirginiaClearance: SecretCompany: Lockheed MartinDescription:WHAT WE’RE DOINGAt Lockheed Martin, we're at the forefront ofcutting-edge technology and innovation. Ourcampus in Manassas, Virginia is a hub forengineering excellence, where we tackle someof the world's most challenging engineeringproblems. We pride ourselves on our culture ofcreativity, excellence, and product innovation.WHO WE AREIn this exciting role, you will have theopportunity to collaborate with industry-leadingdesign professionals and contribute togroundbreaking projects. Be a part of theLockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) Artificial Intelligence (AI) team working with the Advanced Development Team on theIntegrated Common Processor (ICP) program. The ICP program provides a commonIntegrated Undersea Surveillance Systems(IUSS) signal processing and display systemsoftware and hardware suite for the US Navy.Work with our team as we develop cuttingedge tools for our Navy customer through the integration of Artificial Intelligence andMachine Learning capabilities into tacticalsystems.In this position you will be responsible for:• Software development and debugging of an MLOps workflow integrated into a tactical system both in the lab and at customer sites• Dataset curation, labeling, and training AI/ML models• Validating and analyzing AI/ML algorithm results, iteratively improving results• Generating data sets for use by the team insystem testing and algorithm development• Traveling to the tactical site to exercise the ML lifecycle (up to 25% of the time)WHO YOU ARETo excel in this role, you should possess thefollowing qualifications and attributes:•An innovative mindset, capable of findingsolutions to complex engineering challenges.•Commitment to excellence, attention to detail,and a dedication to delivering high-qualityresults.Why Join UsYour Health, Your Wealth, Your LifeJoining Lockheed Martin means becoming partof a team that's making a significant impact inthe field of engineering. When you choose towork with us, you'll enjoy:•An excellent working environment equippedwith state-of-the-art tools.•The opportunity to work alongside industryleaders and top-notch design professionals aswell as Subject Matter Experts in Sonar andAcoustics.•A chance to be a part of solving some of theworld's most challenging engineering problemsregarding highly complex and integratedsubsystems.•A culture that encourages creativity,excellence, and the development of remarkableproducts.Basic Qualifications:• Bachelor's or Master's Degree is Software Engineering, Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related STEM degree• Experience in Software development, integration, and test• Familiarity with Linux• Active security clearance and willing to work onsite with our team in Manassas, VA in our advanced development labDesired Skills:• Experience with AI/ML disciplines, domain programming languages (e.g. Python, C++, Linux), models, frameworks, and toolsets• DevOps experience including CI/CD pipelines to build, test, deploy• Experience with Acoustic Displays – reading Sonar GRAMS• Experience with IUSS• Experience with C/C++, CUDA, NVIDIA libraries, cloud, containers & modern AI tools, or have implemented AI inferencing streaming (e.g. Triton, kserve, etc.)• Experience with production ML and High Performance Compute development systems• Strong problem solving mindset: ability to develop create solutions to difficult problems often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, ambiguous or incomplete data on a fast-paced schedule• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex design information, technical decision and issues to both highly technical and non-technical peers• Ability to build and maintain relationships across organizations, collaborate with others, engage in constructive conflict, and manage interpersonal dynamics – not afraid to challenge the existing approach to solutions• Comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic multi-disciplinary environmentSecurity Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: SecretOther Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per weekLockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalBusiness Unit: RMSRelocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: Artificial IntelligenceType: Full-TimeShift: First