Senior ML Engineer, Computer Vision Leader

AeroVironment, Inc.; Centreville (VA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K with company match

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Lead Machine Learning Engineer in the LEAP group to drive computer vision and ML innovations for defense and commercial applications. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate across teams through all stages from requirements to validation.

The role requires deep expertise in ML, CV, and related disciplines, with PyTorch, OpenCV, Linux and ONNX proficiency. DoD/IC experience is a plus; strong collaboration and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/Math/Physics with ML/vision experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in machine learning and/or computer vision.
• Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of computer vision and ML algorithms for detecting, classifying, localizing and tracking objects.
• Stay current with academic, commercial and open source advances to keep solutions cutting edge.
• Advise on software infrastructure and DevOps for ML needs.
• Implement ML algorithms and validate designs with purpose-designed experiments.
• Manage resources and coordinate cross-team activities to meet deadlines.

Skills

C/C++

Python

PyTorch

OpenCV

Linux

Data handling

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/Math/Physics

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

PyTorch

OpenCV

Linux

ONNX

scikit-learn

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Lead Machine Learning Engineer in the LEAP group to drive computer vision and ML innovations for defense and commercial applications. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate across teams through all stages from requirements to validation.

The role requires deep expertise in ML, CV, and related disciplines, with PyTorch, OpenCV, Linux and ONNX proficiency. DoD/IC experience is a plus; strong collaboration and leadership are essential.