Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Engineer 1

Designs, develops, tests, and deploys AI/ML algorithms to address complex business challenges and mission requirements. Develops models capable of learning from data, generating accurate predictions, and aligning with customer-defined business logic and operational objectives.

 

Demonstrates expertise in model architecture, data pipeline integration, and the application, interpretation, and presentation of performance metrics. Maintains a strong understanding of application development, infrastructure management, data engineering, and data governance principles to support scalable and efficient AI/ML solutions.

 

May lead geographically distributed teams and frequently serve as a primary point of contact for AI-related initiatives. Requires strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

The Level 1 Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/MI) Engineer shall possess the following capabilities:

• Select appropriate data sets.
• Perform statistical analysis.
• Run machine learning algorithms.
• Use results to improve models.
• Train and retrain systems when needed.
• Experience in working with various ML libraries and packages.
• Run standard test and evaluation protocols. Provide system integration oversight.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in applied machine learning on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Advanced mathematics (e.g., calculus, linear algebra, Bayesian statistics), Computer Science or related STEM discipline from an accredited college or university. (In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 3 additional years of machine learning experience on similar projects may be substituted).
• An active TS/SCI with Poly is required.
• Experience training, retraining, deploying, scheduling, monitoring, and improving models based on iterative user and system feedback is required to support designing and creating scalable solutions for optimal performance.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Expert knowledge of multiple programming languages, e.g. Python, Java, C, R, is desired.

 

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.