Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Systems Engineer

LV8D Solutions, LLC; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) match

Flexible work hours

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

LV8D Solutions is seeking an Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Systems Engineer to provide technical and program services to the USG, evaluating and fielding AI-enabled technologies for space and ground systems. The role supports SETA and covers lifecycle activities from concept development through deployment, with involvement in Agile SAFe processes and technical briefs.

This on-site position requires strong AI/ML experience, acquisition support, and MS Office proficiency, along with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and nine (9) years or more experience; Master’s and seven (7) years or more experience; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.
• AI/ML experience
• Acquisition support experience
• Proficient skills using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills for written reports, group discussion, and oral presentations

Responsibilities

• Evaluation of advanced AI/ML concepts, systems, technologies, designs, architectures, interfaces into space and ground systems
• Support Agile SAFe program development processes and activities
• Assist USG Program Office with analysis of alternatives to optimize technical, cost, and schedule performance considerations and improve knowledge and understanding of system, technology, and architecture tradeoffs
• Technical and programmatic support through the entire project life cycle including concept development, system definition, acquisition planning, source selection, system design, development, integration and test, system delivery, and deployment
• Work with government technical and contracts staff developing program acquisition packages
• Briefings and reports including technical and programmatic assessments presenting analysis, results, conclusions, and recommendations
• Provide acquisition advisory services during technical and cost evaluations of proposals

Skills

AI/ML experience

Acquisition support experience

MS Office

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree

PhD/JD (optional)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Mission Context

Solutionssupports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The role of anArtificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Systems Engineercenters on deliveringSystems Engineering & Technical Advisory (SETA) support to aU.S. Government (USG) Program Office advancing national security and intelligence capabilities through Research & Development (R&D) of evolutionary, revolutionary, and transformational AI/ML algorithms for space and ground systems.

Position Overview

LV8D Solutions is seeking anArtificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Systems Engineertoprovide technical and program services to the USG byhelping the government evaluate and field advanced AI-enabled technologies that improve how space-derived intelligence is collected, processed, and delivered to mission operators and analysts.This position provides SETA support services.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluation of advanced AI/ML concepts, systems, technologies, designs, architectures, interfaces into space and ground systems
• Support Agile SAFe program development processes and activities
• Assist USG Program Office with analysis of alternatives to optimize technical, cost, and schedule performance considerations and improve knowledge and understanding of system, technology, and architecture tradeoffs
• Technical and programmatic support through the entire project life cycle including concept development, system definition, acquisition planning, source selection, system design, development, integration and test, system delivery, and deployment
• Work with government technical and contracts staff developing program acquisition packages
• Briefings and reports including technical and programmatic assessments presenting analysis, results, conclusions, and recommendations
• Provide acquisition advisory services during technical and cost evaluations of proposals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and nine (9) years or more experience; Master’s and seven (7) years or more experience; PhD or Juris Doctor (JD) and four (4) years or more experience
• AI/ML experience
• Acquisition support experience
• Proficient skills using Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills for written reports, group discussion, and oral presentations

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience in one of more of the following:
• Systems engineering and integration applied to spacecraft, ground, and launch systems
• R&D of artificial intelligence/machine learning agents
• System acquisition, design, development, integration, test, and/or flight operations
• Small Satellite (SmallSat) systems (single vehicles, clusters, and/or constellations)
• Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning technologies applied to space systems
• System modeling & simulation and/or system performance analysis
• IC mission, organizations, disciplines, systems, and/or processes

Security Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
• Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph

Work Environment

• On-site work in a government or contractor facility
• Occasional travel (up to 10%)

About LV8D Solutions

LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, understanding, and mission-first mindset to design,acquire, and implement complex, high-impact solutions for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We specialize in every aspect of our customers’ space and ground mission systems while offering exceptional work-life balance and an exemplarycompensationand total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and implement top talentandcommitted to national defense and career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Performance & Recognition

Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities
Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.

Retention Incentive Benefit Bounty
Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.

Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities
Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.

Milestone Rewards
Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20thyears of service.

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Profit Sharing
Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting.

401(k) Company Match
The company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.

Career Development

The company invests in your professional growth through:

• Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications.
• Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution.

Work-Life Balance

Support for a healthy work-life balance includes:

• Flexible work hours
• Competitive paid time off (PTO)
• Company holidays

Health & Wellness Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Medical Coverage

Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees

Dental & Vision

• Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.

Income Protection

• 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

• 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurancewith Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.