SETA Systems Engineer - AI focus (2026-0174)

Acclaim Technical Services, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services, Inc. in McLean, VA is recruiting a Systems Engineer with an AI focus to support the Data and Systems Integration Division.

The role requires a TS/SCI with Poly and a strong background in artificial intelligence research and development. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in AI or related field with 5+ years of post-degree experience, plus experience in the National Security sector.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in AI or closely related field.
• 5+ years of post-degree technical AI experience.
• 5+ years in National Security with TS/SCI FSP.
• 3+ years of project management and system integration for R&D prototyping.

Skills

AI/ML expertise

TS/SCI clearance

Project management

System integration

Education

Master’s/PhD in AI or related field

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language, operations, and technology services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are actively recruiting for a Systems Engineer w/ an AI focus with TS/SCI w/ Poly to support our Data and Systems Integration Division, based in Mclean, VA

Ideal candidate

Ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree or PhD in a technical Artificial Intelligence program or closely related field, along with at least 5 years of post-degree technical experience in Artificial intelligence or closely related field. 5+ years of work supporting the National Security sector with active TS/SCI FSP. Experience in frontier labs, project management, systems engineering preferred.

Desired Qualifications

4+ years of commercial experience in or with frontier AI research labs; 3+ years of project management experience and proficiency in project management and or system engineering principles relevant to government research and development programs; Experience supporting customer mission either as a contractor or staff, 3+ years of experience in system integration for research and development prototyping.

Salary Transparency

There are many factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employee owners value the flexibility at ATS that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad mix of exceptional benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.

• competitive compensation
• career growth
• learning and development opportunities
• healthcare
• wellness
• financial
• retirement
• family support
• continuing education
• time off benefits

At ATS, you will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more at Employee Resources

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.