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We are seeking an experienced Machine Learning Engineer <\/strong>\u00a0to lead the development of advanced AI solutions supporting defense and intelligence operations. This position combines hands-on machine learning engineering with technical leadership, Agile project management, and the delivery of mission-critical AI capabilities.<\/p>\n The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machine learning and software engineering, experience leading technical teams, and the ability to take complex AI solutions from initial concept through development, integration, and operational deployment.<\/p>\n Lead the daily technical activities of a multidisciplinary development team, including project planning, task prioritization, technical decisions, code reviews, and deliverables.<\/p>\n Serve as a Scrum Master and\/or Product Owner, managing Agile ceremonies, development backlogs, sprint priorities, and project milestones.<\/p>\n Design, develop, train, test, and evaluate machine learning models utilizing reinforcement learning, neural networks, deep learning, and computer vision.<\/p>\n Develop and maintain ML pipelines supporting data preparation, model training, testing, deployment, and performance monitoring.<\/p>\n Integrate AI\/ML models into secure software applications, APIs, and operational systems.<\/p>\n Evaluate model performance, reliability, security vulnerabilities, and effectiveness in real-world applications.<\/p>\n Identify technical challenges, manage project risks, and coordinate resources to ensure successful delivery.<\/p>\n Mentor software engineers and data scientists while establishing development standards and best practices.<\/p>\n Collaborate with engineering teams, program managers, and government stakeholders to translate operational requirements into technical solutions.<\/p>\n Present technical findings, development progress, and recommendations to internal leadership and external customers.<\/p>\n<\/ul>\n Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.<\/p>\n 7 to 10 years of experience in machine learning and software engineering, including technical team leadership.<\/p>\n Experience serving as a Scrum Master and\/or Product Owner within an Agile development environment.<\/p>\n Strong hands-on experience developing machine learning models using reinforcement learning, neural networks, deep learning, or computer vision.<\/p>\n Experience in at least one of the following areas: cybersecurity, adversarial AI, or communication systems.<\/p>\n Advanced Python programming skills and experience with machine learning frameworks and scientific computing tools.<\/p>\n Strong understanding of model training, validation, evaluation, experiment tracking, and ML development practices.<\/p>\n Experience developing and integrating software applications, APIs, and modular services.<\/p>\n Knowledge of MLOps, DevSecOps, CI\/CD, automated testing, containerization, and deployment processes.<\/p>\n Ability to manage multiple technical priorities, lead development teams, and deliver solutions within established timelines.<\/p>\n Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical leadership skills.<\/p>\n Must be able to obtain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/ul>\n Active Top Secret (TS) or TS\/SCI security clearance.<\/p>\n Previous experience supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence Community programs.<\/p>\n Experience working with the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Space Force, National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), or Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).<\/p>\n Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), system architecture, and digital engineering practices.<\/p>\n Experience deploying machine learning solutions in cloud, edge, classified, or resource-constrained environments.<\/p>\n<\/ul>\n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Machine Learning Engineer who enjoys remaining hands-on technically while leading talented development teams and delivering innovative AI solutions supporting critical defense and intelligence missions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":171,"template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"_promoted":"","_job_location":"Clarksville, Maryland","_application":"applications@staffingfuture.com","_company_name":"Frontline Source Group","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-types":[7],"class_list":["post-945","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","job-type-direct-hire"],"yoast_head":"\nResponsibilities<\/h3>\n
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