AI / Machine Learning Engineer

Overview

On Site
USD 86,100.00 - 151,800.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Agile
Software Development
Testing
Research
Art
Artificial Intelligence
Systems Design
Test-driven Development
Optimization
Prototyping
Expect
Work Ethic
Management
FOCUS
Deep Learning
PyTorch
Python
Version Control
Git
Apache Subversion
GitLab
GitHub
Application Development
Linux
Docker
Computer Science
Machine Learning (ML)
Embedded Systems
C
C++
Rust
Computer Vision
Software Engineering
High Performance Computing
Messaging
ZeroMQ
RESTful
Apache Kafka
Innovation
Telecommuting
Recruiting
Training
Life Insurance

Job Details

Job Description

The Lockheed Martin Artificial Intelligence Center (LAIC) team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong working knowledge of software engineering, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to support the Applied AI organization as well as the LAIC's broader product portfolio.

This Applied AI organization is composed of small, agile teams that rapidly mature solutions from research prototypes to fielded systems. The selected candidate will focus on developing solutions that harness artificial intelligence to deliver differentiating capabilities for our customers. This role will encompass every phase of the software development lifecycle from requirements generation to flight testing. This may entail:

Research into state-of-the-art AI, ML, Autonomy and CV techniques.

Software system design and implementation using TDD.

Optimization for deployment onto low SWaP embedded systems.

Integration with UAVs, UGVs, and other target platforms.

Live system demonstration at flight events and other engagements.

The software systems span a broad range of Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) from proof-of-concepts and prototypes to production solutions demonstrated to internal and external stakeholders. The selected candidate can expect to utilize modern ML paradigms drawn from computer vision, deep learning, and reinforcement learning to solve the complex problems faced by our customers.

The selected candidate must have a strong work ethic and exhibit effective time management and interpersonal skills.

What's In It For You
From 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, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

The selected candidate will work at the LAIC Headquarters in Shelton, CT.

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Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or another related discipline.

Experience using machine learning and/or deep learning frameworks (e.g. PyTorch).

Experience with Python.

Experience with version control tools and best practices (e.g. git, svn, GitLab, GitHub).

Familiarity with application development on headless Linux systems.

Familiarity with modern containerization tools like Docker, Podman, Docker Compose, and K8s.


Desired skills

Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or another related discipline.

Experience optimizing ML models for embedded systems (TensorRT, ONNX, etc.)

Experience with C/C++, Go, Rust, or other compiled languages.

Experience with modern computer vision techniques.

Familiarity with software engineering best practices.

Familiarity with high-performance computing paradigms.

Familiarity with messaging frameworks (Protobuf, ZeroMQ, RESTful APIs, gRPC, AMQ, Kafka)

Strong preference for familiarity with standard sUAS software, protocols, and applications (e.g., MAVLink, PX4, ArduPilot, QGroundControl, Mission Planner).

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

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Join us at , where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, 's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

Other Important Information

By 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 remotely

Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $86,100 - $151,800. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $99,000 - $171,580. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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