Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Peraton is a next-generation national security company focused on delivering innovative solutions to protect the nation and allies. They are seeking an AI/ML Engineer (SME) to architect, develop, and integrate AI and machine learning capabilities into the MODES III application, enhancing functionality and mission outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for architecting, developing, and integrating AI and machine learning capabilities into MODES III application development efforts to enhance functionality, automation, and mission outcomes
- Leads design and development of AI/ML-enabled application features supporting MODES III application development activities
- Applies machine learning, natural language processing, or automation techniques to enhance application functionality, decision support, and user interaction
- Oversees integration of AI/ML components into application architectures, ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability
- Establishes model development, training, validation, and deployment approaches aligned with Agile application development practices
- Collaborates with application developers, product owners, and DevSecOps teams to ensure AI/ML solutions align with functional requirements and release cycles
- Ensures AI/ML implementations adhere to Government security, data handling, and ethical use guidelines
- Provides technical leadership and subject matter expertise for AI/ML approaches used within application development efforts
Skills
- Active Secret clearance required
- 12 years relevant experience with BS/BA degree or 10 years with MS/MA or 8 years with PHD or 16 years w/o a degree or 14 years with AS/AA degree
- This role requires a demonstration of capability within the Cyberspace IT workforce
- Successful applicants must satisfy Foundational Qualification standards via an approved industry certification (e.g., A+ or Network+) or documented equivalent military/educational training as defined in the DoD 8140 Qualification Matrix
- Eligible for Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and iterative development practices
- Experience with machine learning model deployment, MLOps pipelines, or AI/ML frameworks in production environments
- CompTIA Security+
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Health savings account
- Short/long term disability
- EAP
- Parental leave
- 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
- Company paid holidays
Company Overview
- Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges. It was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in Woodbridge, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.peraton.com/.