AI Automation Engineer for Mission-Critical Systems

Karthik Consulting, LLC; Johnstown (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Karthik Consulting, LLC is seeking an AI Automation Specialist to identify, prototype, and implement Government-approved automation and emerging technologies for DAFOS modernization. The role collaborates with engineers and mission stakeholders to reduce manual effort and address technical debt, on-site at Gunter Annex, AL.

Salary is anticipated at $140,000-$145,000 with an Active Secret clearance requirement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant automation and applied AI engineering experience may be considered.
• Experience delivering practical automation or applied AI solutions that improve software delivery or operational workflows.
• Proficiency with Python or comparable scripting, APIs, source control, automated testing, and integration with enterprise systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required SIPRNet and role-appropriate privileged access. Work requiring SIPRNet access must be performed at an authorized Government facility.

Responsibilities

• Identify repetitive tasks and modernization opportunities with the Government and technical team; define the baseline and intended improvement for each proposed use case.
• Prototype AI-assisted development, generative AI, workflow automation, bots, low-code/no-code, or digital experience capabilities within approved environments.
• Recommend solutions with documented feasibility, security implications, integration needs, limitations, and expected reductions in effort or technical debt.
• Implement only Government-approved capabilities and integrate them with applicable Java, Python, APIs, Git workflows, and program delivery tools.
• Automate selected development, testing, reporting, documentation, or operational workflows in coordination with the owners of those functions.
• Version-control scripts and configurations, document dependencies, and build maintainable interfaces rather than isolated prototypes.
• Evaluate generated outputs for accuracy, security, and mission suitability; require appropriate human review and repeatable tests before operational use.
• Keep all source code, prompts containing Government data, test artifacts, and documentation within Government-furnished environments and approved services.
• Apply approved access controls, scan automation code, and support traceability, peer review, and release evidence for delivered capabilities.
• Mentor team members in approved emerging technologies and document operating procedures, limitations, and support responsibilities.
• Measure outcomes such as time saved, fewer manual steps, improved test execution, better user experience, or reduced technical debt.
• Support sprint demonstrations, release integration, and troubleshooting; recommend adjustments based on measured results and stakeholder feedback.

Skills

Python scripting

API integration

Automation experience

DevSecOps awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Java

AWS SDK

CI/CD automation

Job description

Karthik Consulting, LLC is seeking an AI Automation Specialist to identify, prototype, and implement Government-approved automation and emerging technologies for DAFOS modernization. The role collaborates with engineers and mission stakeholders to reduce manual effort and address technical debt, on-site at Gunter Annex, AL.

Salary is anticipated at $140,000-$145,000 with an Active Secret clearance requirement.