Senior AI & Decision Engineer - Lead High-Stakes AI Systems

Mitre Corporation; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 174,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE Corporation in Massachusetts is seeking a Lead Artificial Intelligence and Decision Engineer to spearhead AI-driven decision systems across mission-critical domains. You will guide cross-functional teams and apply ML, DL, and RL techniques to real-world sponsor challenges.

Expect opportunities to design, develop, evaluate, and field AI solutions while identifying new R&D opportunities to strengthen national capabilities. A TS/SCI clearance is preferred and on-site collaboration is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of AI experience with a Bachelor's; 6 years with a Master’s; or PhD with 3 years’ experience.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning, including deep learning and reinforcement learning, and one or more of: large language models (LLM), generative and agentic AI, decision science, human-centered AI, human-machine teaming, cognitive science, AI testing and evaluation, multi-agent systems, knowledge-based reasoning, automated planning, semantics, and ontologies.
• Ability to articulate challenges in high-stakes decision making with AI and identify gaps.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI security clearance; must be a U.S. citizen.
• This position requires a minimum of 3 days on-site per week.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on cross-functional teams developing and implementing AI-enhanced decision systems, including capabilities leveraging LLM technology.
• Apply modern AI and engineering techniques to develop decision support software prototypes based on workflow and operational needs.
• Propose and execute novel, cutting-edge research in AI-enhanced decision systems.
• Evaluate AI solutions against sponsor requirements and produce actionable recommendations.
• Lead projects or small teams to solve complex decision problems for sponsors.
• Convey complex ideas to non-technical audiences through briefings and/or white papers.
• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with technical staff.

Skills

AI/ML expertise

Deep learning

Reinforcement learning

LLMs

Generative AI

Agentic AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree

PhD

Job description

MITRE Corporation in Massachusetts is seeking a Lead Artificial Intelligence and Decision Engineer to spearhead AI-driven decision systems across mission-critical domains. You will guide cross-functional teams and apply ML, DL, and RL techniques to real-world sponsor challenges.

Expect opportunities to design, develop, evaluate, and field AI solutions while identifying new R&D opportunities to strengthen national capabilities. A TS/SCI clearance is preferred and on-site collaboration is required.