Senior AI Engineer (Camgian Labs)

Camgian; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Camgian Labs, part of Camgian, is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to lead the design and development of AI/ML-powered prototypes for space and missile defense. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, translate visionary concepts into impactful technologies, and engage with customers to ensure alignment with mission needs.

You will mentor junior engineers, contribute to proposals and thought leadership, and pursue continuous learning to stay at the frontier of AI/ML and defense

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML model validation and deployment.
• Proficiency in algorithm development and implementation using Python or similar programming languages.
• Strong mathematical background and knowledge of AI, ML, and deep learning concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience interfacing with customers and stakeholders in technical environments.
• Proficiency with revision control systems (such as Git), including branching, merging, and managing code repositories in a team setting.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience collaborating effectively as a member of remote or hybrid project teams.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time within the United States to support customer engagements and technical exchanges.
• Eligibility to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development of novel AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and techniques to advance space and missile defense capabilities.
• Lead the design, development, and testing of scalable AI/ML software prototypes for space and missile defense using large-scale datasets.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather mission requirements, present technical solutions, and ensure project alignment.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Track project milestones and budgets, ensuring timely and quality outcomes.
• Support proposal-writing activities and thought leadership opportunities.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay at the frontier of AI/ML advancements, space domain technologies, and relevant emerging R&D trends.

Skills

Python

Communication

Customer engagement

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelors in STEM

Masters or PhD (preferred)

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

OpenCV

NumPy

SciPy

Pandas

Matplotlib

Git

AWS

Azure

Job description

As a Senior Artificial Intelligence Engineer for Camgian Labs, our advanced R&D and rapid prototyping team, you will lead the design and development of AI/ML-powered prototypes that push the boundaries of innovation in space and missile defense. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to pioneer novel solutions and engage directly with customers and stakeholders to translate visionary concepts to impactful technologies. This role offers the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to thought leadership and proposal development activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML model validation and deployment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in algorithm development and implementation using Python or similar programming languages.
• Strong mathematical background and knowledge of AI, ML, and deep learning concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience interfacing with customers and stakeholders in technical environments.
• Proficiency with revision control systems (such as Git), including branching, merging, and managing code repositories in a team setting.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience collaborating effectively as a member of remote or hybrid project teams.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time within the United States to support customer engagements and technical exchanges.
• Eligibility to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.

Desired Skills

• Master’s or PhD in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience with AI frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, OpenCV).
• Familiarity with tools such as NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, Matplotlib.
• Experience deploying AI models in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving ability.
• Understanding of Agile development methodology.
• Experience with space domain awareness, satellite operations, or space operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development of novel AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and techniques to advance space and missile defense capabilities.
• Lead the design, development, and testing of scalable AI/ML software prototypes for space and missile defense using large-scale datasets.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather mission requirements, present technical solutions, and ensure project alignment.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Track project milestones and budgets, ensuring timely and quality outcomes.
• Support proposal-writing activities and thought leadership opportunities.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay at the frontier of AI/ML advancements, space domain technologies, and relevant emerging R&D trends.

Why Join Us?

• Work on mission-critical projects that directly impact national security.
• Collaborate with leading experts in AI, engineering, and data science.
• Enjoy a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive team culture focused on continuous learning and experimentation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.

About Camgian

• Camgian’s mission is to deliver advanced AI/ML solutions that accelerate decision‑making in high-stakes environments. Our advanced R&D unit, Camgian Labs, is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to support the team’s space and missile defense initiatives.