Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Systems Engineer
Mission Context
Solutionssupports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The role of an Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Systems Engineer centers on delivering Systems Engineering & Technical Advisory (SETA) support to a U.S. Government (USG) Program Office advancing national security and intelligence capabilities through Research & Development (R&D) of evolutionary, revolutionary, and transformational AI/ML algorithms for space and ground systems.
Position Overview
LV8D Solutions is seeking an Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Systems Engineer to provide technical and program services to the USG by helping the government evaluate and field advanced AI-enabled technologies that improve how space-derived intelligence is collected, processed, and delivered to mission operators and analysts. This position provides SETA support services.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluation of advanced AI/ML concepts, systems, technologies, designs, architectures, interfaces into space and ground systems
Support Agile SAFe program development processes and activities
Assist USG Program Office with analysis of alternatives to optimize technical, cost, and schedule performance considerations and improve knowledge and understanding of system, technology, and architecture tradeoffs
Technical and programmatic support through the entire project life cycle including concept development, system definition, acquisition planning, source selection, system design, development, integration and test, system delivery, and deployment
Work with government technical and contracts staff developing program acquisition packages
Briefings and reports including technical and programmatic assessments presenting analysis, results, conclusions, and recommendations
Provide acquisition advisory services during technical and cost evaluations of proposals
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's and nine (9) years or more experience; Master's and seven (7) years or more experience; PhD or Juris Doctor (JD) and four (4) years or more experience
AI/ML experience
Acquisition support experience
Proficient skills using Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Interpersonal and communication skills for written reports, group discussion, and oral presentations
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience in one of more of the following:
Systems engineering and integration applied to spacecraft, ground, and launch systems
R&D of artificial intelligence/machine learning agents
System acquisition, design, development, integration, test, and/or flight operations
Small Satellite (SmallSat) systems (single vehicles, clusters, and/or constellations)
Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning technologies applied to space systems
System modeling & simulation and/or system performance analysis
IC mission, organizations, disciplines, systems, and/or processes
Security Requirements
U.S. Citizenship
Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph
Work Environment
On-site work in a government or contractor facility
Occasional travel (up to 10%)
Performance & Recognition
Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities – Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.
Retention Incentive Benefit Bounty – Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.
Referral Bonus – Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.
Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities – Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.
Milestone Rewards – Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service.
Financial & Retirement Benefits
Profit Sharing – Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting.
401(k) Company Match – The company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.
Career Development
Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications.
Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution.
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work hours
Competitive paid time off (PTO)
Company holidays
Health & Wellness Benefits
The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.
Medical Coverage
Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees.
Dental & Vision
Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
Income Protection
100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.
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