{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7a1edcc0539b799d9f782a89","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7a1edcc0539b799d9f782a89","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7a1edcc0539b799d9f782a89","title":"Artificial Intelligence and High-Performance Computing Practitioner","description":"The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.\r\nThe National Systems Group serves as the technical advisor to the Intelligence Community (IC) and its mission partners involved in the collection and distribution of national and tactical intelligence, including electronics programs, advanced technologies, ground and communications, imagery programs, and systems engineering and launch.\r\nSpecial Projects Directorate (SPD), under the National Systems Group, National Intelligence Division (NSG/NID), works to meet US national priorities as part of the Aerospace FFRDC. The scope of SPD varies from unclassified to some of the most sensitive programs, providing unique opportunities for Aerospace personnel to address exceptionally difficult mission problems. We require skills in space, aeronautics, high-performance computing, artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), signal processing, advanced sensing, microelectronics (design, fabrication, reliability), material processing, systems engineering and integration (SE&I), acquisition planning, and program management. SPD's unique access to data and customer missions requires the highest levels of security access and highest standards of conduct. SPD provides a unique opportunity to work fast-paced, sensitive, and specialized missions for the US Government (USG).\r\nWe are seeking ahands-on, engaged,Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High-Performance Computing (HPC) Practitioner (Project Engineer - Artificial Intelligence and Data Science/Big Data Mining)for a technical rolewithin SPD’s Applied Systems (AS) to provide technical expertise to USG Customer AI and HPC initiatives in a highly classified environment. The selected candidate will lead high-impact solutions to meet unique USG challenges; analyze AI and computing performance to inform USG and various mission partner investments; perform AI and large-scale software architecture and engineering in collaboration with other USG elements; and facilitate product deliverables. The selected candidate will draw on academic research and prior cyber, AI, and HPC experience to operationalize techniques, and translate expertise into practical, applied mission-ready solutions.\r\nThis position is located with customers in Northern Virginia and requires partial on-site work.\r\nWhat You’ll Be DoingAssess technology capabilities, implementation risk and opportunities, and integration for AI, machine learning, and advanced computing\r\nLeverage hands-on technical expertise to ensure assessments and recommendations are grounded in practical implementation\r\nProvide objective, non-advocacy technical advice on the application of AI and machine learning solutions across architectures and acquisition portfolios\r\nCoordinate with Aerospace technical experts and other FFRDC partners to ensure coherent, end-to-end technical insight\r\nWork effectively in an onsite environment with the customer, as well as with other USG agencies, non-traditional partners, contractors, and Aerospace program offices to address issues and challenges\r\nProvide the customer with sound technical analyses, practitioner insights, and recommendations to ensure coherent, end-to-end technical capacity for informed decision-making\r\nWhat You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements for the Project Engineer - Artificial Intelligence and Data Science/Big Data Mining:\r\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, high-performance computing, AI, or a related STEM field\r\n6 years of experience in the research, design, and implementation of AI/machine learning algorithms\r\nDemonstrated experience with Python, PyTorch, C, and other programming languages and platforms\r\nSoftware development skills, including machine learning engineering, algorithm design, LLM deployment, and deep learning\r\nFluency in Linux and operating system concepts, from the hardware layer to the application layer\r\nExperience with CUDA and GPU-accelerated computing\r\nExperience with frontier AI development, from advanced LLM techniques to GPU/hardware design\r\nThis position requires a Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance and a polygraph. US citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.\r\nHow You Can Stand OutIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these:\r\nAdvanced degree in engineering, mathematics, science, computer science, or another technical discipline\r\nFamiliarity with Aerospace Corporation AI/HPC and data science practices, including technical evaluations and risk assessment\r\nExperience working in an FFRDC or trusted advisory environment\r\nThorough understanding of the SPD Customer and the IC\r\nFamiliarity with cybersecurity tools, tactics, techniques, and procedures\r\nExperience working collaboratively with multiple US departments and agencies\r\nWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.\r\n(Min - Max)\r\n$129,000.00 - $193,500.00Pay Basis: Annual\r\nLeadership CompetenciesOperate Strategically\r\nLead Change\r\nEngage with Impact\r\nFoster Innovation\r\nDeliver Results\r\nWays We Reward Our EmployeesDuring your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.\r\nBenefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:\r\nComprehensive health care and wellness plans\r\nPaid holidays, sick time, and vacation\r\nStandard and alternate work schedules, including telework options\r\n401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire\r\nFlexible spending accounts\r\nVariable pay program for exceptional contributions\r\nRelocation assistance\r\nProfessional growth and development programs to help advance your career\r\nEducation assistance programs\r\nAn inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect\r\nWe are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.\r\nEqual Opportunity CommitmentThe Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,religion,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailatpeoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Aero","rawCompany":"aero","city":"Chantilly","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-04T02:10:51.370Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3021.00","title":"Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians","slug":"aerospace-engineering-and-operations-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"15-2051.00","title":"Data Scientists","slug":"data-scientists"}],"industries":[{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"541990","title":"All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services","slug":"all-other-professional-scientific-and-technical-services"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Artificial Intelligence and High-Performance Computing Practitioner","description":"The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. 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The selected candidate will draw on academic research and prior cyber, AI, and HPC experience to operationalize techniques, and translate expertise into practical, applied mission-ready solutions.\r\nThis position is located with customers in Northern Virginia and requires partial on-site work.\r\nWhat You’ll Be DoingAssess technology capabilities, implementation risk and opportunities, and integration for AI, machine learning, and advanced computing\r\nLeverage hands-on technical expertise to ensure assessments and recommendations are grounded in practical implementation\r\nProvide objective, non-advocacy technical advice on the application of AI and machine learning solutions across architectures and acquisition portfolios\r\nCoordinate with Aerospace technical experts and other FFRDC partners to ensure coherent, end-to-end technical insight\r\nWork effectively in an onsite environment with the customer, as well as with other USG agencies, non-traditional partners, contractors, and Aerospace program offices to address issues and challenges\r\nProvide the customer with sound technical analyses, practitioner insights, and recommendations to ensure coherent, end-to-end technical capacity for informed decision-making\r\nWhat You Need to be SuccessfulMinimum Requirements for the Project Engineer - Artificial Intelligence and Data Science/Big Data Mining:\r\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, high-performance computing, AI, or a related STEM field\r\n6 years of experience in the research, design, and implementation of AI/machine learning algorithms\r\nDemonstrated experience with Python, PyTorch, C, and other programming languages and platforms\r\nSoftware development skills, including machine learning engineering, algorithm design, LLM deployment, and deep learning\r\nFluency in Linux and operating system concepts, from the hardware layer to the application layer\r\nExperience with CUDA and GPU-accelerated computing\r\nExperience with frontier AI development, from advanced LLM techniques to GPU/hardware design\r\nThis position requires a Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance and a polygraph. 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Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.\r\n(Min - Max)\r\n$129,000.00 - $193,500.00Pay Basis: Annual\r\nLeadership CompetenciesOperate Strategically\r\nLead Change\r\nEngage with Impact\r\nFoster Innovation\r\nDeliver Results\r\nWays We Reward Our EmployeesDuring your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.\r\nBenefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. 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This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.\r\nEqual Opportunity CommitmentThe Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,religion,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. 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