AI/ML Engineer

Location: Alexandria, Va
Required Clearance: Secret Clearance
Certifications: N/A
Required Education: BS/BA degree
Required Experience: 12 years relevant experience (an additional 4 years experience may be substituted in lieu of degree).

Position Description:


PingWind is seeking an AI/ML responsible for architecting, implementing, and governing advanced AI and machine learning capabilities that enhance MODES III dashboard analytics, automation, and data-driven insights in support of Government decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Designs and leads the implementation of AI/ML models and analytic techniques to enhance dashboard reporting, trend analysis, and predictive insights across O&E and IT, Cybersecurity, and Data Operations.
• Provides subject matter expertise in applying machine learning, advanced analytics, and automation to improve data aggregation, anomaly detection, and performance monitoring.
• Oversees integration of AI/ML outputs into interactive, data-driven dashboards, ensuring insights are explainable, actionable, and aligned with Government objectives.
• Establishes data preparation, feature engineering, model validation, and performance monitoring approaches to ensure accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement of AI/ML solutions.
• Guides the incorporation of AI/ML capabilities into Agile workflows, supporting rapid experimentation, iteration, and deployment while maintaining transparency and traceability.
• Advises program leadership and technical teams on AI/ML best practices, risks, limitations, and opportunities, ensuring responsible and effective use of advanced analytics.
• Collaborates with DevSecOps, data, and security teams to ensure AI/ML solutions are deployed securely, scalable, and aligned with operational and compliance requirements.
• Mentors technical staff on AI/ML concepts, tools, and methodologies to build sustainable internal capability and knowledge transfer.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a Secret Clearance


Desired Qualifications

• Master's Degree

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL.

Salary Range

$104K-$145K

The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.