AI Sales Engineer - Public Sector

Basic QualificationsExperience with LLM deployment, prompt engineering, RAG architectures, or AI agent frameworks (LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI)Background with MLOps platforms such as MLflow, Kubeflow, Weights & Biases, or similar toolsExperience selling into public sector customers such as the Department of Defense, Federal Agencies, or Inter-governmental Organizations.Familiarity with enterprise data platforms (Databricks, Snowflake, data lakehouse architectures)Track record of exceeding sales targets and accelerating deal cycles in competitive commercial marketsExperience with partner/channel sales motions, ecosystem development, and co-selling with cloud hyperscalers or system integratorsJob DescriptionThe Astris AI Government & Public Sector Sales Engineer serves as the critical technical bridge between our Generative AI, Agentic AI, and MLOps solutions and prospective customers across federal, defense, intelligence community, and state/local government agencies. This role combines deep technical expertise in modern AI/ML technologies with an understanding of government procurement processes, security requirements, and mission-critical deployment environments.Sales Engineers work closely with Account Executives and Capture Managers to understand agency requirements, navigate authority-to-operate (ATO) processes, deliver compelling technical demonstrations, and architect solutions that drive AI adoption within secure, compliant, and often air-gapped environments. This role is essential to helping government customers modernize their AI/ML capabilities while meeting stringent regulatory and security standards.Technical Discovery & Solution Design Lead technical discovery sessions to understand agency mission requirements, existing ML infrastructure, data classification levels, network architectures, and integration constraints within government IT environments Develop and deliver customized product demonstrations showcasing AI agent workflows, generative AI applications, and ML lifecycle management tailored to government and defense use cases Assess agency AI/ML maturity and recommend adoption roadmaps aligned with mission objectives, digital modernization strategies, and DoD/IC AI directives Support ATO documentation and security assessment processes by providing technical artifacts, architecture diagrams, and compliance narrativesSales Support & Customer Engagement Partner with Account Executives and Capture Managers throughout the government sales cycle, from initial qualification through contract award, across direct-to-government and prime/sub-contractor opportunities Respond to RFIs, RFPs, Sources Sought, and other government solicitations with accurate technical content, compliance matrices, and differentiated value propositions Present technical solutions to diverse government audiences, from data scientists and mission engineers to program managers, CIOs, and senior government executives (SES/Flag Officer level) Build trusted advisor relationships with government technical evaluators, contracting officers, program managers, and mission owners Support partner and prime contractor enablement through technical briefings, co-solutioning, and teaming arrangementsTechnical Enablement & Collaboration Maintain deep expertise in Astris AI products, with specific focus on secure deployment models, on-premises architectures, and government-specific configurations Stay current on government AI policy and strategy including the DoD AI Strategy, Executive Orders on AI, NIST AI Risk Management Framework, FedRAMP, and CMMC requirements Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to ensure government-specific requirements (ITAR, CUI handling, FIPS 140-2 encryption, STIGs) are reflected in product roadmap priorities Develop reusable technical assets including government-specific demo environments, reference architectures for classified networks, and compliance documentation Support Solution Architects and FDEs during technical handoffs, ATO support, and implementation within government networksWhat’s In It For YouFrom onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard!*25% travel required*#LMLAICDesired Skills Experience with LLM deployment, prompt engineering, RAG architectures, or AI agent frameworks (LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI) in secure or disconnected environments Background with MLOps platforms such as MLflow, Kubeflow, or Weights & Biases deployed in government or air-gapped networks Direct experience selling to DoD, Intelligence Community, or federal civilian agencies Familiarity with ITAR/EAR compliance, CUI handling procedures, and data sovereignty requirements Understanding of government contracting vehicles (GWACs, BPAs, IDIQs, OTAs) and how they influence technical solutioning Experience supporting ATO processes and producing security compliance documentation (SSP, SAR, POA&M) Current Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI polygraph Relationships with key government stakeholders in AI/ML modernization programsMBA or business-oriented graduate degree is a plusOther Important InformationBy 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 remotelyFull-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.