AI Systems Engineer - DoD T&E Expert (Onsite)

SimIS Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Job summary

SimIS Inc. is seeking an AI Subject Matter Expert to provide SETA support for the DoD T&E/S&T program.

This role evaluates machine learning model performance and robustness, advises on test methodologies for emerging AI capabilities, and supports investment strategies across DoD AI standards and cloud technologies. The position requires a Master’s degree or 10 years of relevant experience (PhD desired) in robotics/autonomy, ML, AI testing, or related fields, with DoD experience and familiarity

Qualifications

• Master's degree or 10 years of relevant experience (required); PhD desired.
• Degree field: Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, with specialization in robotics/autonomy, automatic target recognition, machine learning, system architecture, AI testing, or machine vision.
• Experience with DoD S&T, DoD Acquisition, or DoD testing.
• Familiarity with MRTFB (Major Range and Test Facility Base).
• Familiarity with CTEIP (Central Test and Evaluation Investment Program).
• Familiarity with the T&E Science and Technology (S&T) Program.
• Hands-on experience developing or programming machine learning algorithms.
• Broad knowledge of technologies in one or more T&E/S&T Test Technology Areas.
• Familiarity with the Systems Engineering process; DAU Systems Engineering certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate machine learning model performance and robustness ahead of fielding decisions.
• Advise on test methodologies for emerging AI capabilities.
• Support investment strategy across DoD AI standards, DoD cloud, AI-enabled technologies, autonomy and robotics, and ML grounded in DoD warfighting missions and business functions.

Education

Master's degree or 10 years of relevant experience

PhD desired

Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering

Job description

SimIS Inc. is seeking an AI Subject Matter Expert to provide SETA support for the DoD T&E/S&T program.

This role evaluates machine learning model performance and robustness, advises on test methodologies for emerging AI capabilities, and supports investment strategies across DoD AI standards and cloud technologies. The position requires a Master’s degree or 10 years of relevant experience (PhD desired) in robotics/autonomy, ML, AI testing, or related fields, with DoD experience and familiarity