DSCA AI/ML Engineer (Engineer Machine Learning) Senior - 29442 (Arlington, VA, Remote, United States)

Inuplands; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies seeks a Senior AWS Data Scientist 4 (AI/ML Engineer) to design, develop, and operationalize advanced AI/ML solutions on AWS GovCloud for DSCA CDM modernization, enabling faster, automated case development and decision support for FMS processes.

The role requires expert Python and cloud skills, production ML experience, and the ability to work remotely within ET hours, with a Secret clearance. Salary range reflects senior level in the US defense sector.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and deploying production AI/ML solutions using modern frameworks.
• Agentic experience (highly preferred).
• Proficiency in Python.
• Experience deploying, monitoring, and maintaining AI/ML workloads using cloud-native ML platforms and MLOps practices.
• Preparing, integrating, and managing structured and unstructured data that supports production AI/ML workloads.
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Secret clearance.
• Remote-eligible position; must align with Eastern Time Zone core business hours.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements statistical and analytical methods; consolidates and analyzes diverse data sets.
• Develops software programs, algorithms, dashboards, and queries to clean and model data.
• Uses linguistics and programming skills to develop analysis techniques.
• Keeps abreast of new analytic methodologies and technologies.
• Collaborates with business units to drive solutions and present findings.
• Design, develop, and operationalize AI-enabled data solutions for production ML, AI, and decision-support.
• Design, develop, and deploy production-grade AI/ML models for case development modernization, including semantic search and intelligent document processing.
• Implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and AI solutions to improve data discovery and stakeholder decisions.
• Build modern data architectures enabling real-time synchronization between Oracle and cloud-native systems.
• Build scalable data pipelines, feature stores, and MLOps in IL5 DISA GovCloud using Databricks, SageMaker.

Skills

Python

AI/ML development

Cloud deployment

Data preparation

Tools

Databricks

SageMaker

Job description

Requisition Number: 29442

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $180,000.00 - $200,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Job Description

Join the growing Warfare Systems Business Group at HII-Mission Technologies! We are seeking a Senior AWS Data Scientist 4 (AI/ML Engineer) to support the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) Case Development Modernization (CDM) effort. In this high-impact role, you will design, develop, and operationalize advanced AI/ML solutions on AWS GovCloud to modernize the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case lifecycle, including the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) Case Development and Training Modules. You will leverage machine learning, generative AI, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques to enhance data transparency, accelerate case development timelines, enable intelligent automation, and support Executive Order 14268 goals for speed and accountability in security cooperation.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements statistical and analytical methods, examines processes and systems to consolidate and analyze diverse data sets including structured, semi-structured and unstructured.
• Develops and sources software programs, algorithms, dashboards, information tools, and queries to clean, model, integrate and evaluate datasets.
• Employs statistical concepts, linguistics and programming skills to develop related techniques and methods for analysis.
• Keeps abreast of new analytic methodologies and technologies.
• Collaborates with functional business units to drive solutions and directions and interprets and presents findings to enable business decisions
• Design, develop, and operationalize AI-enabled data solutions that ingest, transform, and analyze structured and unstructured data to support production machine learning, generative AI, and decision-support capabilities.
• Design, develop, and deploy production-grade AI/ML models to support Case Development Modernization, including semantic search, intelligent document processing, predictive analytics for case timelines, and workflow automation.
• Implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and generative AI solutions to improve data discovery, case line recommendations, and stakeholder decision support.
• Develop and maintain modern data architectures that enable real-time bi-directional synchronization between legacy Oracle databases and new cloud-native systems while ensuring data integrity and auditability.
• Build scalable data pipelines, feature stores, and MLOps processes in IL5 DISA GovCloud environments using tools such as Databricks, SageMaker, or equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience developing and deploying production AI/ML solutions using modern frameworks.
• Agentic experience (highly preferred)
• Proficiency in Python and experience building production AI/ML systems.
• Experience deploying, monitoring, and maintaining AI/ML workloads using cloud-native ML platforms and MLOps practices.
• Experience preparing, integrating, and managing structured and unstructured data that supports production AI/ML workloads.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in collaborative team settings.
• Self-motivated initiator with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.

• Clearance: Must possess and maintain an active Secret clearance at the time of consideration
• Remote-eligible position; must align with Eastern Time Zone core business hours

• AI/ML Engineer IV 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• AI/ML Engineer V 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.

***Salary level based on background, direct experience and education

Preferred Requirements

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field.
• Experience implementing RAG architectures and AI-driven semantic search capabilities.
• Familiarity with Foreign Military Sales (FMS), DSAMS, or Security Cooperation processes.
• Experience with Oracle databases, data migration, and hybrid legacy-to-modern architectures.
• Knowledge of DoD IL5 environments, Zero Trust, and RMF processes.
• Experience in SAFe Agile environments, including PI planning and Scrum/Kanban ceremonies.
• Familiarity with React-based frontends, Kotlin/Quarkus backends, and IBM Cognos Analytics.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods while working at a computer.
• Ability to operate a keyboard, mouse, and standard office equipment to perform analytical tasks.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in virtual meetings, briefings, and secure collaboration environments.
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret digital data for extended periods with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Occasional light lifting of documents or equipment up to 10 lbs, if needed for home-office setup.
• Must maintain a home work environment that meets company and government security requirements (e.g., controlled space for handling sensitive or FOUO information, if applicable). Must be able to work assigned East Coast core business hours to support program and customer requirements.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
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