AI Machine Learning Engineer

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.

THE WORK
The Lockheed Martin Global Sustainment Information Systems and Innovation organization is seeking a high energy professional with a strong background in software engineering, artificial intelligence and machine learning to support the AI team and product portfolio, focusing on a broad range of projects across the corporation. The team is focused on exploiting small, innovative and agile teams to rapidly iterate and mature solutions from prototypes to deployment for utilization across the Lockheed Martin enterprise and in the field for our customers.

The selected candidate will focus on the development of technologies and products that leverage Artificial Intelligence to provide discriminating capability to our internal teams, organizations, business areas, and overall customers. This will require engagement in every phase of the system development lifecycle including requirements generation, system and software design, development, implementation, integration, and deployment. Activities will range from low TRL research, proof of concepts, development of prototypes, building demonstrators, and transition to production.

The selected candidate can expect to utilize current AI paradigms including computer vision, deep learning, and reinforcement learning. These techniques would be applied to solve complex problems and field innovative solutions. The selected candidate will also be expected to assume technical responsibilities and take ownership of development tasks.

Must exhibit self-motivation, a strong work ethic, time management and interpersonal skills.

The selected candidate can work at any major Lockheed Martin facility or remotely.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are adept at managing complex projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Your strong analytical skills, coupled with your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments, make you an invaluable asset to our team.

WHY JOIN US

Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.
Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as competitive salary offerings.
Cutting-Edge Technology: Be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment where you will have the opportunity to work with the latest technology and contribute to groundbreaking projects that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense. Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline
Comprehensive experience with Python and multiple libraries (NumPy, OpenCV, Scikit, Pandas, LangChain, etc.)
Experience using machine learning frameworks (Pytorch, Tensorflow, Hugging Face, MxNet, Caffe, etc.)
Experience with network/messaging (UDP, ZeroMQ, RESTful API, etc.)
Familiarity with C++, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Web-based languages (HTML5, CSS, etc.), GO, and other compiled languages
Experience developing applications on Windows and Linux
Creative and resourceful when it comes to problem-solving
Must be a US Citizen. Masters Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline
Experience with DevOps tools: Docker, Git [GitLab, GitHub], Continuous Integration [CI], Continuous Deployment [CD]
Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Large Language Models (LLM)
Experience interfacing with databases (SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
Experience with modern Computer Vision (CV)
Experience with image processing and data analysis techniques
Understanding of large-scale software architecture and design
Experience in high-performance computing, embedded systems, edge computing, or AI deployment
Understanding of neural network architectures and their computational requirements
Familiarity deploying neural networks on embedded/edge devices
Problem-solving mindset with attention to real-world deployment challenges
Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment in an industry that constantly changes
Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional partners
Experience of collaborating with virtual teams
A curious and can-do attitude. You are not afraid to try, learn, and improve